Will Arnett to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Ottawa
Last updated on May 22, 2025

So, why not a 55-year-old James Bond from Canada?

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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 Ottawa wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could Will Arnett become the Seventh James Bond?

Arnett’s star has been rising in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2014), 30 Rock (2007-2013) and Men in Black 3 (2012). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Arnett now is – what next?

Three reasons Will Arnett 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 55-year-old Canadian?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Arnett.
It would give Will Arnett a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Arnett 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 Will Arnett for James Bond.

“His name is Arnett. Will Arnett!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) May 21, 2025

“He was perfect as Agent AA in Men in Black 3, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) May 21, 2025

“A Canadian James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) May 21, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Arnett has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) May 21, 2025

Rumors about Will Arnett 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 Will Arnett should be the next James Bond?