Warren Beatty to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on July 18, 2025

So, why not a 88-year-old James Bond from United States?

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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 Warren Beatty become the Seventh James Bond?

Beatty’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Dick Tracy (1990), Reds (1981) and Heaven Can Wait (1978). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Beatty now is – what next?

Three reasons Warren Beatty 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 88-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Beatty.
It would give Warren Beatty a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Beatty. Warren Beatty!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) July 17, 2025

“He was perfect as Dick Tracy in Dick Tracy, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) July 17, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) July 17, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Beatty has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) July 17, 2025

Rumors about Warren Beatty 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 Warren Beatty should be the next James Bond?