Sam Jones III to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 47-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is Jones set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in March 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Sam Jones III.

UPDATE 28/04/2026 : 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 Sam Jones III become the Seventh James Bond?

Jones’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Blue Mountain State (2010-2010) and Smallville (2001-2011). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Jones now is – what next?

Three reasons Sam Jones III 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 47-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Jones.
  3. It would give Sam Jones III a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Jones To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy

Twitter was flooded again Monday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Sam Jones III for James Bond.

“His name is Jones. Sam Jones III!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 27, 2026
“He was perfect as Craig Shilo in Blue Mountain State, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 27, 2026
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 27, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Jones has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 27, 2026

Rumors about Sam Jones III 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 Sam Jones III should be the next James Bond?

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