Terry Gilliam to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
London
Last updated on February 21, 2025

Is Terry Gilliam set to be the next James Bond?

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

UPDATE 21/02/2025 : 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 in London wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Terry Gilliam become the Seventh James Bond?

Gilliam’s star has been rising in recent years . His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Gilliam now is – what next?

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

This 'Gilliam 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 Terry Gilliam for James Bond.

“His name is Gilliam. Terry Gilliam!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) February 20, 2025

“He was perfect in Monty Python's Flying Circus, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) February 20, 2025

“A 84-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) February 20, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Gilliam has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) February 20, 2025

Rumors about Terry Gilliam 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 Terry Gilliam should be the next James Bond?