Matt Bomer to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 47-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is Bomer 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 Matt Bomer.

UPDATE 21/06/2025 : 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 Matt Bomer become the Seventh James Bond?

Bomer’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Nice Guys (2016), White Collar (2009-2014) and Magic Mike (2012). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Bomer now is – what next?

Three reasons Matt Bomer 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 a 47-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Bomer.
  3. It would give Matt Bomer a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Bomer. Matt Bomer!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 20, 2025
“He was perfect as John Boy in The Nice Guys, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 20, 2025
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 20, 2025
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Bomer has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 20, 2025

Rumors about Matt Bomer 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 Matt Bomer should be the next James Bond?

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