Kevin Dunn to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on June 8, 2025

So, why not a 68-year-old James Bond from United States?

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

UPDATE 08/06/2025 : 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 Kevin Dunn become the Seventh James Bond?

Dunn’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Draft Day (2014), Jobs (2013) and Warrior (2011). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Dunn now is – what next?

Three reasons Kevin Dunn 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 68-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Dunn.
It would give Kevin Dunn a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Dunn. Kevin Dunn!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 7, 2025

“He was perfect as James Block in Hot Shots!, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 7, 2025

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

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

Rumors about Kevin Dunn 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 Kevin Dunn should be the next James Bond?