Robert Patrick to be the next James Bond?
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Is Patrick 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 Robert Patrick.
UPDATE 02/11/2024 : 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 Robert Patrick become the Seventh James Bond?
Patrick’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Gangster Squad (2013), Balls of Fury (2007) and Walk the Line (2005). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for Patrick now is – what next?
Three reasons Robert Patrick 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 65-year-old American?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Patrick.
- It would give Robert Patrick a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'Patrick 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 Robert Patrick for James Bond.
“His name is Patrick. Robert Patrick!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 1, 2024
“He was perfect as Ray Cash in Walk the Line, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 1, 2024
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 1, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Patrick has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 1, 2024
Rumors about Robert Patrick 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 Robert Patrick should be the next James Bond?
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