Mark Addy to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
London
Last updated on March 26, 2025

Is Mark Addy set to be the next James Bond?

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

UPDATE 26/03/2025 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Mark Addy become the Seventh James Bond?

Addy’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Robin Hood (2010), Still Standing (2002-2006) and A Knight's Tale (2001). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Addy now is – what next?

Three reasons Mark Addy 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 Mark Addy?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Addy.
It would give Mark Addy a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Addy 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 Mark Addy for James Bond.

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

“He was perfect as Robert Baratheon in Game of Thrones, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 25, 2025

“A 61-year-old 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: Addy has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 25, 2025

Rumors about Mark Addy 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 Mark Addy should be the next James Bond?