KJ Apa to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Wellington
Last updated on June 16, 2025

So, why not a 28-year-old James Bond from New Zealand?

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Is Apa 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 KJ Apa.

UPDATE 16/06/2025 : 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 Wellington wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could KJ Apa become the Seventh James Bond?

Apa’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in A Dog's Purpose (2017) and Riverdale (2017-). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Apa now is – what next?

Three reasons KJ Apa 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 28-year-old ?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Apa.
It would give KJ Apa a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Apa 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 KJ Apa for James Bond.

“His name is Apa. KJ Apa!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 15, 2025

“He was perfect as Archie in Riverdale, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 15, 2025

“A James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 15, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Apa has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 15, 2025

Rumors about KJ Apa 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 KJ Apa should be the next James Bond?