Martin Freeman to be the next James Bond?

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Is Martin Freeman set to be the next James Bond?

Is Freeman set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in October 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Martin Freeman.

UPDATE 21/11/2024 : 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 Martin Freeman become the Seventh James Bond?

Freeman’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Captain America: Civil War (2016), The Hobbit (2012-2014) and The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug (2013). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Freeman now is – what next?

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

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

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

“His name is Freeman. Martin Freeman!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 20, 2024
“He was perfect as Lester Nygaard in Fargo, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 20, 2024
“A 53-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 20, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Freeman has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 20, 2024

Rumors about Martin Freeman 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 Martin Freeman should be the next James Bond?

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