Warwick Davis to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
London
Last updated on April 21, 2025

Is Warwick Davis set to be the next James Bond?

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Is Davis 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 Warwick Davis.

UPDATE 21/04/2025 : 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 Warwick Davis become the Seventh James Bond?

Davis’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Rogue One (2016), Ray (2004) and Harry Potter (2011-2001). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Davis now is – what next?

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

This 'Davis 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 Warwick Davis for James Bond.

“His name is Davis. Warwick Davis!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 20, 2025

“He was perfect as Willow Ufgood in Willow, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 20, 2025

“A 55-year-old James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 20, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Davis has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 20, 2025

Rumors about Warwick Davis 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 Warwick Davis should be the next James Bond?