Jon Hamm to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 53-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is Hamm set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in November 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Jon Hamm.

UPDATE 19/12/2024 : 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 Jon Hamm become the Seventh James Bond?

Hamm’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Childrens Hospital (2010-2011), Mad Men (2007-2015) and Million Dollar Arm (2014). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Hamm now is – what next?

Three reasons Jon Hamm 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 53-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Hamm.
  3. It would give Jon Hamm a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Hamm. Jon Hamm!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) December 18, 2024
“He was perfect as Derrick Childrens in Childrens Hospital, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) December 18, 2024
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) December 18, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Hamm has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) December 18, 2024

Rumors about Jon Hamm 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 Jon Hamm should be the next James Bond?

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