John Larroquette to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on July 8, 2025

So, why not a 77-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Larroquette set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in June 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is John Larroquette.

UPDATE 08/07/2025 : This story seems to be false. (read more)

Every man, at some point in his life, wishes he could be James Bond. And with the news that Daniel Craig may well be out as 007, there are a whole bunch of actors from London to Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could John Larroquette become the Seventh James Bond?

Larroquette’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Boston Legal (2007-2008), Night Court (1984-1992) and The Librarians (2014-). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Larroquette now is – what next?

Three reasons John Larroquette would be good for the James Bond franchise

It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 77-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Larroquette.
It would give John Larroquette a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Larroquette To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy

Twitter was flooded again Monday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want John Larroquette for James Bond.

“His name is Larroquette. John Larroquette!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) July 7, 2025

“He was perfect as Dan Fielding in Night Court, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) July 7, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) July 7, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Larroquette has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) July 7, 2025

Rumors about John Larroquette stepping into the role's next iteration have been floating about for a while now. He is characterized by being smooth, slick, handsome, rugged and charming. These are definitely the characteristics needed to play James Bond. Don’t you agree?

Do you think John Larroquette should be the next James Bond?