Simon Bird to be the next James Bond?

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

UPDATE 22/12/2024 : 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 Simon Bird become the Seventh James Bond?

Bird’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in The Inbetweeners Movie (2011) and The Inbetweeners (2008-2010). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Bird now is – what next?

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

This 'Bird 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 Simon Bird for James Bond.

“His name is Bird. Simon Bird!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) December 21, 2024
“He was perfect as Will McKenzie in The Inbetweeners, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) December 21, 2024
“A 40-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) December 21, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Bird has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) December 21, 2024

Rumors about Simon Bird 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 Simon Bird should be the next James Bond?

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