Vincent D'Onofrio to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on March 27, 2025

So, why not a 65-year-old James Bond from United States?

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Is D'Onofrio set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in February 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Vincent D'Onofrio.

UPDATE 27/03/2025 : 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 from London to Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Vincent D'Onofrio become the Seventh James Bond?

D'Onofrio’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Ass Backwards (2013), Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001-2011) and The Break-Up (2006). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for D'Onofrio now is – what next?

Three reasons Vincent D'Onofrio 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 65-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as D'Onofrio.
It would give Vincent D'Onofrio a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

Twitter was flooded again Wednesday with loads of tweets related to the rumor. Some fans even launched an online Facebook page called We Want Vincent D'Onofrio for James Bond.

“His name is D'Onofrio. Vincent D'Onofrio!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) March 26, 2025

“He was perfect as Wilson Fisk in Daredevil, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) March 26, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) March 26, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: D'Onofrio has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) March 26, 2025

Rumors about Vincent D'Onofrio 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 Vincent D'Onofrio should be the next James Bond?