Mekhi Phifer to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on June 11, 2025

So, why not a 50-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Phifer 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 Mekhi Phifer.

UPDATE 11/06/2025 : 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 Mekhi Phifer become the Seventh James Bond?

Phifer’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Divergent (2014), Lie to Me (2009-2011) and ER (2002-2009). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Phifer now is – what next?

Three reasons Mekhi Phifer 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 50-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Phifer.
It would give Mekhi Phifer a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Phifer 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 Mekhi Phifer for James Bond.

“His name is Phifer. Mekhi Phifer!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 10, 2025

“He was perfect as Doctor Greg Pratt in ER, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 10, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 10, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Phifer has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 10, 2025

Rumors about Mekhi Phifer 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 Mekhi Phifer should be the next James Bond?