Sam Waterston to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on November 3, 2025

So, why not a 84-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Waterston set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in October 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Sam Waterston.

UPDATE 03/11/2025 : 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 from London to Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Sam Waterston become the Seventh James Bond?

Waterston’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Law & Order (1994-2010), The Man in the Moon (1991) and Hannah and Her Sisters (1986). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Waterston now is – what next?

Three reasons Sam Waterston 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 84-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Waterston.
It would give Sam Waterston a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Waterston. Sam Waterston!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 2, 2025

“He was perfect as Jack McCoy in Law & Order, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 2, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 2, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Waterston has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 2, 2025

Rumors about Sam Waterston 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 Waterston should be the next James Bond?