Rupert Friend to be the next James Bond?

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Is Friend set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in March 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Rupert Friend.

UPDATE 19/04/2024 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Rupert Friend become the Seventh James Bond?

Friend’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Young Victoria (2009), Chéri (2009) and Pride & Prejudice (2005). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Friend now is – what next?

Three reasons Rupert Friend 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 Rupert Friend?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Friend.
  3. It would give Rupert Friend a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Friend 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 Rupert Friend for James Bond.

“His name is Friend. Rupert Friend!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 18, 2024
“He was perfect as Peter Quinn in Homeland, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 18, 2024
“A 42-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 18, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Friend has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 18, 2024

Rumors about Rupert Friend 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 Rupert Friend should be the next James Bond?

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