Stephen Amell to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Ottawa
Last updated on May 18, 2025

So, why not a 44-year-old James Bond from Canada?

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

UPDATE 18/05/2025 : 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 Ottawa wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Stephen Amell become the Seventh James Bond?

Amell’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Blue Mountain State (2010-2010) and Arrow (2012-). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Amell now is – what next?

Three reasons Stephen Amell 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 44-year-old Canadian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Amell.
It would give Stephen Amell a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Amell 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 Stephen Amell for James Bond.

“His name is Amell. Stephen Amell!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 17, 2025

“He was perfect as Oliver Queen in Arrow, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 17, 2025

“A Canadian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 17, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Amell has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 17, 2025

Rumors about Stephen Amell 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 Stephen Amell should be the next James Bond?