Orlando Jones to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 58-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is Jones set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in March 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Orlando Jones.

UPDATE 26/04/2026 : 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 Orlando Jones become the Seventh James Bond?

Jones’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Sleepy Hollow (2013-2017) and Rules of Engagement (2007-2013). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Jones now is – what next?

Three reasons Orlando Jones would be good for the James Bond franchise

  1. It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 58-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Jones.
  3. It would give Orlando Jones a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Jones. Orlando Jones!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 25, 2026
“He was perfect as Brad in Rules of Engagement, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 25, 2026
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 25, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Jones has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 25, 2026

Rumors about Orlando Jones 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 Orlando Jones should be the next James Bond?

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