Matthew Goode to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
London
Last updated on June 6, 2025

Is Matthew Goode set to be the next James Bond?

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Is Goode 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 Matthew Goode.

UPDATE 06/06/2025 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Matthew Goode become the Seventh James Bond?

Goode’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Belle (2013), Stoker (2013) and Leap Year (2010). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Goode now is – what next?

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

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

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

“His name is Goode. Matthew Goode!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 5, 2025

“He was perfect as Antony Armstrong-Jones in The Crown, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 5, 2025

“A 47-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 5, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Goode has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 5, 2025

Rumors about Matthew Goode 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 Matthew Goode should be the next James Bond?