William Devane to be the next James Bond?

By Jim Leap
Washington
Last updated on April 30, 2025

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Is Devane 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 William Devane.

UPDATE 30/04/2025 : 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 from London to Los Angeles wondering what they could bring to the role.

Could William Devane become the Seventh James Bond?

Devane’s star has been rising in Hollywood in recent years thank to critically acclaimed roles in 24 (Live Another Day) (2014-2014), The Dark Knight Rises (2012) and 24 (2005-2007). His commercial appeal is growing, too.

The question for Devane now is – what next?

Three reasons William Devane 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 87-year-old American?
No other performers could be nearly as cool and broodingly suave as Devane.
It would give William Devane a chance to play a lover, as well as a fighter.

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

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

“His name is Devane. William Devane!”
— Alan Sepintree (@sepintree) April 29, 2025

“He was perfect as Sgt. Milton Warden in From Here to Eternity, he will be tremendous portraying James Bond.”
— The Clear Observer (@clearobserver) April 29, 2025

“An American James Bond!?! Is it some kind of a joke?”
— Boris Kleinman (@UKBoris) April 29, 2025

“Now, this might be a bit of a controversial pick for the role. But think about it: Devane has always been a skilled actor. He's also known for his wit.”
— Claire Stone (@averageclaire) April 29, 2025

Rumors about William Devane 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 William Devane should be the next James Bond?