Richard Armitage to be the next James Bond?
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Is Armitage set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in June 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Richard Armitage.
UPDATE 27/07/2025 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.
Could Richard Armitage become the Seventh James Bond?
Armitage’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Alice Through the Looking Glass (2016), The Hobbit (2012-2014) and Into the Storm (2014). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for Armitage now is – what next?
Three reasons Richard Armitage 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 Richard Armitage?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Armitage.
- It would give Richard Armitage a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'Armitage To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy
Twitter was flooded again Saturday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Richard Armitage for James Bond.
“His name is Armitage. Richard Armitage!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) July 26, 2025
“He was perfect as Thorin Oakenshield in The Hobbit, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) July 26, 2025
“A 53-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) July 26, 2025
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Armitage has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) July 26, 2025
Rumors about Richard Armitage 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 Richard Armitage should be the next James Bond?
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