Ron Perlman to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 75-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is Perlman set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in January 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Ron Perlman.

UPDATE 01/02/2026 : 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 Ron Perlman become the Seventh James Bond?

Perlman’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016), Sons of Anarchy (2008-2014) and Pacific Rim (2013). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Perlman now is – what next?

Three reasons Ron Perlman 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 75-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Perlman.
  3. It would give Ron Perlman a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Perlman 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 Ron Perlman for James Bond.

“His name is Perlman. Ron Perlman!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) January 31, 2026
“He was perfect as Amoukar in Quest for Fire, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) January 31, 2026
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) January 31, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Perlman has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) January 31, 2026

Rumors about Ron Perlman 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 Ron Perlman should be the next James Bond?

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