Paul Anderson to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
London
Last updated on April 16, 2025

Is Paul Anderson set to be the next James Bond?

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Is Anderson 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 Paul Anderson.

UPDATE 16/04/2025 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Paul Anderson become the Seventh James Bond?

Anderson’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Revenant (2015), Top Boy (2011-2013) and Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows (2011). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Anderson now is – what next?

Three reasons Paul Anderson 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 Paul Anderson?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Anderson.
It would give Paul Anderson a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Anderson 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 Paul Anderson for James Bond.

“His name is Anderson. Paul Anderson!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 15, 2025

“He was perfect as Anderson in The Revenant, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 15, 2025

“A 47-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 15, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Anderson has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 15, 2025

Rumors about Paul Anderson 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 Paul Anderson should be the next James Bond?