Rainn Wilson to be the next James Bond?
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Is Wilson set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in October 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Rainn Wilson.
UPDATE 22/11/2024 : 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 Rainn Wilson become the Seventh James Bond?
Wilson’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Office (US) (2005-2013), Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009) and Six Feet Under (2001-2005). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for Wilson now is – what next?
Three reasons Rainn Wilson 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 58-year-old American?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Wilson.
- It would give Rainn Wilson a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'Wilson To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy
Twitter was flooded again Thursday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Rainn Wilson for James Bond.
“His name is Wilson. Rainn Wilson!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 21, 2024
“He was perfect as Arthur Martin in Six Feet Under, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 21, 2024
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 21, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Wilson has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 21, 2024
Rumors about Rainn Wilson 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 Rainn Wilson should be the next James Bond?
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