Will Ferrell to be the next James Bond?

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So, why not a 58-year-old James Bond from United States?
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Is Ferrell set to be the next James Bond? Rumors that the producers are looking for someone slightly different to play James Bond emerged in December 2025. One of the names who keeps cropping up is Will Ferrell.

UPDATE 12/01/2026 : 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 Will Ferrell become the Seventh James Bond?

Ferrell’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years . His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Ferrell now is – what next?

Three reasons Will Ferrell 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 58-year-old American?
  2. No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Ferrell.
  3. It would give Will Ferrell a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

This 'Ferrell 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 Will Ferrell for James Bond.

“His name is Ferrell. Will Ferrell!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) January 11, 2026
“He was perfect as Ron Burgundy in Anchorman, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) January 11, 2026
“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) January 11, 2026
“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Ferrell has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) January 11, 2026

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

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