Jeff Bezos Asks Fans Who Should Be the Next James Bond – And the Internet is Buzzing!
In a move that has fans absolutely buzzing, Amazon’s billionaire founder Jeff Bezos took to X (formerly Twitter) to ask the question on everyone’s mind: “Who’d you pick as the next Bond?” With his company, Amazon, taking full creative control of the iconic James Bond franchise, Bezos is looking to shake things up and involve fans in one of Hollywood’s most coveted casting decisions.
Who’d you pick as the next Bond? pic.twitter.com/u7nBaRROlf
— Jeff Bezos (@JeffBezos) February 20, 2025
And let’s be honest – this is seriously a major shift. For decades, the James Bond character has been under the watchful eye of Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, but now Amazon has taken over after a multi-billion dollar deal to acquire MGM Studios. So, what does that mean? Well, Jeff Bezos is clearly playing it smart by engaging the masses on X, letting the people have a say on who should suit up as the next 007.
With Daniel Craig’s No Time to Die marking the end of an era, speculation is already running wild over who will take on the legendary role. So far, names like Tom Hardy, Idris Elba, and Henry Cavill have dominated the conversation. But could one of them be the next Bond? Or will Bezos be opening the door to a totally unexpected contender? We’ve seen it happen before – remember when Bond was briefly on a hunt for a more diverse 007? Anything could happen.
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Fans on X had a lot to say after Bezos’ tweet, with some serious Bond aficionados jumping in to throw their own picks into the ring. “It’s gotta be Idris,” said one user, while another threw support behind Tom Hardy, commenting, “Hardy would be perfect – he’s got the look and the edge.” Not surprisingly, Henry Cavill’s name also came up frequently, considering his near-casting back when Casino Royale was in the works. “Cavill would’ve been Bond years ago if Daniel didn’t exist!” one fan pointed out, giving the Superman actor serious props.
And hey, it’s not just fans that are weighing in. Director Martin Campbell, who directed the epic GoldenEye and Casino Royale, has already said, “Cavill would have been an excellent Bond,” referring to his impressive audition years ago. Looks like the Superman star might have a future in the franchise after all.
So, could Bezos’ public inquiry result in a surprising new Bond? Fans are hoping for a bit of everything – some want fresh blood, while others are pulling for a familiar face to keep that classic 007 swagger intact.
With the James Bond legacy now firmly under Amazon’s influence, it’s clear that the future of Bond is about to take on a whole new spin. We can’t wait to see who Bezos picks (or if he lets us have a say). The Bond hunt is on, and fans are loving every minute of it.
Who do YOU think should be the next James Bond?
Let us know your thoughts, and stay tuned to find out who’s stepping into those famous tuxedos next!