Paul Gross to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 66-year-old James Bond from Canada?
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Is Gross set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in December 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Paul Gross.

UPDATE 12/01/2026 : 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 Ottawa wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Paul Gross become the Seventh James Bond?

Gross’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Eastwick (2009-2010) and Due South (1994-1999). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Gross now is – what next?

Three reasons Paul Gross 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 66-year-old Canadian?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Gross.
  3. It would give Paul Gross a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Gross 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 Paul Gross for James Bond.

“His name is Gross. Paul Gross!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) January 11, 2026
“He was perfect as Constable Benton Fraser in Due South, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) January 11, 2026
“A Canadian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) January 11, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Gross has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) January 11, 2026

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

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