Peter Facinelli to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on March 31, 2025

So, why not a 51-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 Peter Facinelli become the Seventh James Bond?

Facinelli’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Nurse Jackie (2009-2015), The Twilight Saga (2008-2012) and The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn (2012-2011). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Facinelli now is – what next?

Three reasons Peter Facinelli 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 51-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Facinelli.
It would give Peter Facinelli a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Facinelli 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 Peter Facinelli for James Bond.

“His name is Facinelli. Peter Facinelli!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 30, 2025

“He was perfect as Fitch Cooper in Nurse Jackie, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 30, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 30, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Facinelli has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 30, 2025

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