Josh O'Connor to be the next James Bond?

Is O'Connor set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in February 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Josh O'Connor.

UPDATE 20/03/2026 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Josh O'Connor become the Seventh James Bond?

O'Connor’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Challengers (2024). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for O'Connor now is – what next?

Three reasons Josh O'Connor 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 Josh O'Connor?
2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as O'Connor.
3. It would give Josh O'Connor a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

Twitter was flooded again Thursday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Josh O'Connor for James Bond.

“His name is O'Connor. Josh O'Connor!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 19, 2026

“He was perfect as Patrick Zweig in Challengers, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 19, 2026

“A 35-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 19, 2026

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: O'Connor has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 19, 2026

Rumors about Josh O'Connor 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 Josh O'Connor should be the next James Bond?

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