Tom Riley to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
London
Last updated on March 31, 2025

Is Tom Riley set to be the next James Bond?

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

UPDATE 31/03/2025 : 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 Tom Riley become the Seventh James Bond?

Riley’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Da Vinci's Demons (2013-2015) and Lost in Austen (2008-2008). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Riley now is – what next?

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

This 'Riley To Play James Bond' Rumor had the internet in a frenzy

Twitter was flooded again Sunday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Tom Riley for James Bond.

“His name is Riley. Tom Riley!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 30, 2025

“He was perfect as George Wickham in Lost in Austen, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 30, 2025

“A 43-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 30, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Riley has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 30, 2025

Rumors about Tom Riley 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 Tom Riley should be the next James Bond?