Wagner Moura to be the next James Bond?

So, why not a 48-year-old James Bond from Brazil?

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Is Moura set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in October 2024. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Wagner Moura.

UPDATE 21/11/2024 : 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 Brasília wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Wagner Moura become the Seventh James Bond?

Moura’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Elysium (2013), Elite Squad 2 (2010) and Elite Squad (2007). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Moura now is – what next?

Three reasons Wagner Moura would be good for the James Bond franchise

  1. It would clarify that Bond is a rotating identity: If M can be a woman, why can't James Bond be a 48-year-old Brazilian?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Moura.
  3. It would give Wagner Moura a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Moura 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 Wagner Moura for James Bond.

“His name is Moura. Wagner Moura!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) November 20, 2024
“He was perfect as Spider in Elysium, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) November 20, 2024
“A Brazilian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) November 20, 2024
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Moura has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) November 20, 2024

Rumors about Wagner Moura 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 Wagner Moura should be the next James Bond?

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