Pete Ploszek to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on April 16, 2025

So, why not a 38-year-old James Bond from United States?

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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 Pete Ploszek become the Seventh James Bond?

Ploszek’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Teen Wolf (2016-2017) and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Ploszek now is – what next?

Three reasons Pete Ploszek 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 38-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Ploszek.
It would give Pete Ploszek a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Ploszek 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 Pete Ploszek for James Bond.

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

“He was perfect as Mr. Garrett Douglas in Teen Wolf, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 15, 2025

“An American 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: Ploszek has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 15, 2025

Rumors about Pete Ploszek 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 Pete Ploszek should be the next James Bond?