Liam Neeson to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Dublin
Last updated on March 26, 2025

So, why not a 72-year-old James Bond from Ireland?

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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 Dublin wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Liam Neeson become the Seventh James Bond?

Neeson’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Taken 2 (2012), The Next Three Days (2010) and Clash of the Titans (2010). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Neeson now is – what next?

Three reasons Liam Neeson 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 72-year-old Irish?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Neeson.
It would give Liam Neeson a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Neeson. Liam Neeson!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 25, 2025

“He was perfect as Daniel in Love Actually, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 25, 2025

“An Irish James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 25, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Neeson has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 25, 2025

Rumors about Liam Neeson 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 Liam Neeson should be the next James Bond?