9 actors who could replace Daniel Craig as the next James Bond
4. Richard Madden
The King in the North wearing a tux, driving expensive cars, and leaving all his love interests swooning over him? That sounds… great, actually.
The buzz around the possibility of Richard Madden playing the next James Bond is definitely there, and it’s not hard to see why. Madden’s portrayal of Robb Stark in Game of Thrones showed us a leader of men, a tactician, and a romantic – all qualities that also make up James Bond’s character. But it’s not just his Stark credentials that make him a strong contender: his role in the critically-acclaimed TV series Bodyguard had him diving into the world of national security and its complexities. The transition from safeguarding fictional kingdoms to guarding Queen and country? Totally James Bond-worthy.
And let’s not forget about how he commanded the screen in Marvel’s Eternals, giving the MCU with one of its most complicated characters.
What makes Madden particularly appealing for the role is his ability to blend stoicism with vulnerability. His
beautifully captivating
eyes can easily go from steely resolve to pained sensitivity in a microsecond, giving Bond the complexity that the character warrants in a modern context. James Bond is not just a spy, he’s also a man with a troubled past, and that’s something Madden would be able to showcase beautifully. With Madden’s proven range and magnetic screen presence, he is definitely a strong candidate.