Tom Selleck to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on May 20, 2025

So, why not a 80-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is Selleck 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 Tom Selleck.

UPDATE 20/05/2025 : 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 Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Tom Selleck become the Seventh James Bond?

Selleck’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Las Vegas (2003-2008), Friends (1996-2000) and Magnum, P.I. (1980-1988). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Selleck now is – what next?

Three reasons Tom Selleck 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 80-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Selleck.
It would give Tom Selleck a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Selleck. Tom Selleck!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 19, 2025

“He was perfect as Monica's boyfriend, Dr. Richard Burke in Friends, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 19, 2025

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

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

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