Johnny Flynn to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 43-year-old James Bond from South Africa?
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Is Flynn set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in March 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Johnny Flynn.

UPDATE 27/04/2026 : 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 Pretoria wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Johnny Flynn become the Seventh James Bond?

Flynn’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Lovesick (2014-2018), Song One (2014) and Something in the Air (2012). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Flynn now is – what next?

Three reasons Johnny Flynn would be good for the James Bond franchise

  1. It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 43-year-old South African?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Flynn.
  3. It would give Johnny Flynn a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Flynn. Johnny Flynn!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 26, 2026
“He was perfect as James Forester in Song One, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 26, 2026
“A South African James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 26, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Flynn has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 26, 2026

Rumors about Johnny Flynn 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 Johnny Flynn should be the next James Bond?

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