Thomas Mann to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on April 20, 2025

So, why not a 33-year-old James Bond from United States?

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UPDATE 20/04/2025 : 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 Thomas Mann become the Seventh James Bond?

Mann’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Kong: Skull Island (2017), Me and Earl and the Dying Girl (2015) and Project X (2012). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Mann now is – what next?

Three reasons Thomas Mann 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 33-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Mann.
It would give Thomas Mann a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Mann 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 Thomas Mann for James Bond.

“His name is Mann. Thomas Mann!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 19, 2025

“He was perfect as Thomas Kub in Project X, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 19, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 19, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Mann has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 19, 2025

Rumors about Thomas Mann 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 Thomas Mann should be the next James Bond?