Toby Jones to be the next James Bond?
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Is Jones set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in January 2026. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Toby Jones.
UPDATE 01/02/2026 : 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 Toby Jones become the Seventh James Bond?
Jones’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Dad's Army (2016), Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) and The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013). His commercial appeal is growing, too.
The question for Jones now is – what next?
Three reasons Toby Jones 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 Toby Jones?
- No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Jones.
- It would give Toby Jones a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.
This 'Jones 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 Toby Jones for James Bond.
“His name is Jones. Toby Jones!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) January 31, 2026
“He was perfect as Aristides Silk in The Adventures of Tintin, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) January 31, 2026
“A 59-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) January 31, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Jones has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) January 31, 2026
Rumors about Toby Jones 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 Toby Jones should be the next James Bond?
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