Move over, Daniel Craig—Joe Alwyn is ready to trade in his indie film vibes for a tuxedo, a Walther PPK, and a license to kill. The Conversations with Friends heartthrob has officially thrown his name into the ever-growing, ever-dramatic pool of actors vying to be the next James Bond.
During the 2025 Oscars, where Alwyn was busy presenting and basking in the glow of his film The Brutalist, Variety hit him with the question every actor secretly dreams of: “Would you want to be the next 007?” Alwyn, ever the charmer, responded with a mix of humility and cheekiness: “Oh, wow. Who wouldn’t throw their hat in the ring? You know?”
But wait, it gets better. When pressed on the real Bond litmus test—shaken or stirred martinis—Alwyn delivered a diplomatic answer that would make even M proud: “I like both. I do, I do.” Smooth, Joe. Real smooth. But can he say it while defusing a bomb and dodging henchmen? That’s the real question.
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The Bond Race Heats Up
Let’s be real: the race to become the next James Bond is more competitive than a Black Friday sale at Tiffany’s. Since Daniel Craig hung up his Aston Martin keys after No Time to Die, everyone and their mother (looking at you, Idris Elba and Henry Cavill) has been rumored to step into those impeccably tailored shoes. And now, Joe Alwyn has entered the chat.
But before we start Photoshopping Alwyn’s face onto Bond posters, let’s remember that Bond producer Barbara Broccoli has been very clear about one thing: the next 007 won’t be announced until “the dust has settled” on Craig’s era. Translation: don’t hold your breath, folks. Broccoli has also shut down any hopes of a female Bond, stating, “James Bond can be of any color, but he is male.” So, while we’re all for breaking barriers, it looks like the Bond franchise is sticking to its roots—for now.
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Alwyn isn’t the only one dreaming of sipping martinis and saving the world. The Bond rumor mill has been churning out names faster than Q can invent gadgets. Regé-Jean Page? Check. Tom Hardy? Obviously. Daniel Kaluuya? Absolutely. Even Sam Heughan and Henry Cavill have been tossed into the mix. And let’s not forget Idris Elba, who has been fan-favorite casting for years (even if he’s publicly stepped away from the conversation).
But here’s the thing: Joe Alwyn might just have the upper hand. He’s got the brooding good looks, the British charm, and let’s not forget—he’s Taylor Swift’s ex. If that’s not Bond-level intrigue, we don’t know what is.
Picture this: Alwyn, in a perfectly fitted tuxedo, casually strolling out of the ocean à la Casino Royale. He’s got a martini in one hand, a mysterious gadget in the other, and a villain monologuing in the background. But instead of a high-speed car chase, he’s racing through the streets of London on a vintage bicycle because, you know, indie vibes.
And let’s not forget the love interest. Bond girls (or Bond they/thems, because it’s 2025) would be lining up to share screen time with Alwyn’s smoldering gaze. But would he bring the same intensity as Craig? The same suave sophistication as Brosnan? Only time will tell.
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The Verdict: Shaken, Stirred, or Just Plain Confused?
While Joe Alwyn’s “if you’re offering!” response is undeniably charming, the real question is: is he ready to step into the massive, martini-filled shoes of James Bond? Sure, he’s got the looks and the accent, but can he handle the pressure of being the most iconic spy in cinematic history?
One thing’s for sure: the Bond casting drama is far from over. So, grab your popcorn (and maybe a martini, shaken and stirred) because this race is about to get even more entertaining. And who knows? Maybe Joe Alwyn will be the one to save the world—or at least save us from another year of Bond speculation.