Peter Coyote to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 84-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is Coyote 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 Peter Coyote.

UPDATE 31/01/2026 : 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 Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Peter Coyote become the Seventh James Bond?

Coyote’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Brothers & Sisters (2006-2007), The 4400 (2004-2006) and Commander in Chief (2005-2006). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Coyote now is – what next?

Three reasons Peter Coyote 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 84-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Coyote.
  3. It would give Peter Coyote a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Coyote. Peter Coyote!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) January 30, 2026
“He was perfect as Keys in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) January 30, 2026
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) January 30, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Coyote has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) January 30, 2026

Rumors about Peter Coyote 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 Peter Coyote should be the next James Bond?

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