Nolan Gould to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on April 14, 2025

So, why not a 26-year-old James Bond from United States?

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

UPDATE 14/04/2025 : 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 Nolan Gould become the Seventh James Bond?

Gould’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Friends with Benefits (2011) and Modern Family (2009-). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Gould now is – what next?

Three reasons Nolan Gould 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 26-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Gould.
It would give Nolan Gould a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Gould. Nolan Gould!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 13, 2025

“He was perfect as Sammy in Friends with Benefits, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 13, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 13, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Gould has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 13, 2025

Rumors about Nolan Gould 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 Nolan Gould should be the next James Bond?