Mikhail Porechenkov to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Moscow
Last updated on June 20, 2025

So, why not a 56-year-old James Bond from Russia?

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Is Porechenkov 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 Mikhail Porechenkov.

UPDATE 20/06/2025 : 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 Moscow wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Mikhail Porechenkov become the Seventh James Bond?

Porechenkov’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The 9th Company (2005). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Porechenkov now is – what next?

Three reasons Mikhail Porechenkov 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 56-year-old Russian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Porechenkov.
It would give Mikhail Porechenkov a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Porechenkov 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 Mikhail Porechenkov for James Bond.

“His name is Porechenkov. Mikhail Porechenkov!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) June 19, 2025

“He was perfect as Dygalo in The 9th Company, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) June 19, 2025

“A Russian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) June 19, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Porechenkov has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) June 19, 2025

Rumors about Mikhail Porechenkov 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 Mikhail Porechenkov should be the next James Bond?