Maxi Iglesias to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Madrid
Last updated on May 23, 2025

So, why not a 34-year-old James Bond from Spain?

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

UPDATE 23/05/2025 : 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 Madrid wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Maxi Iglesias become the Seventh James Bond?

Iglesias’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Los protegidos (2010-2012). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Iglesias now is – what next?

Three reasons Maxi Iglesias 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 34-year-old Spanish?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Iglesias.
It would give Maxi Iglesias a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Iglesias 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 Maxi Iglesias for James Bond.

“His name is Iglesias. Maxi Iglesias!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 22, 2025

“He was perfect as Víctor in Los protegidos, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 22, 2025

“A Spanish James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 22, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Iglesias has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 22, 2025

Rumors about Maxi Iglesias 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 Maxi Iglesias should be the next James Bond?