For years, the hunt for the next James Bond has kept filmmakers and fans alike on edge, with every casting whisper sparking endless debate. The quest to find an actor who can embody the perfect blend of charm, danger, and charisma has been relentless since 2021, when Daniel Craig bid farewell to the role, leaving audiences eager for a fresh face to take up the legendary mantle. Now, Glen Powell has added unexpected fuel to the fire. His bold reaction to the part has sent X into a frenzy, with fans urging filmmakers to take serious notes.

The Hollywood Reporter recently asked Glen Powell about the idea of him playing James Bond, and his reaction was refreshingly candid. “I’m Texan. A Texan should not play James Bond,” he quipped, adding that only an authentic British person belongs in the classic tuxedo. The comment quickly went viral online, sparking waves of amusement and admiration. Fans on X especially rallied around Powell to star in the iconic saga, pointing out how British actors have played myriad American heroes for so long.

The next James Bond movie, for the record, will take form under Amazon, with producers Amy Pascal, David Heyman, and Tanya Lapointe directly overseeing the project. Actors like Aaron Taylor-Johnson, Henry Cavill, and more are frequently discussed as potential successors of the aforementioned No Time to Die star, with official casting yet to be confirmed. Fans eagerly await updates on the matter; hence, when Glen Powell made the comment in the discussion, they could not help but wonder about the possibilities.

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As Glen Powell jokes about not being the next James Bond, X users erupt, playfully campaigning for the actor to consider the opportunity if it came his way.

Fans quickly flooded X with reactions to Glen Powell’s James Bond comments, sparking a playful debate. “Why? They get Brits to play Americans All The Time,” one user pointed out, referencing characters like Superman and Spider-Man and subtly urging Bond makers to take note. Another added a touch of nostalgia.

While many clearly wanted Glen Powell to star as the next James Bond, a few could not fathom seeing anyone in the role other than Henry Cavill, saying the ex-Superman is an "obvious" choice with great potential to drive the "box office records" for the franchise.

Ultimately, while Glen Powell, who recently played a part in his once-rumored girlfriend Sydney Sweeney's latest musical project, ruled himself out, his candid humor only intensified the global buzz over James Bond’s next face, proving that fans remain as passionate as ever about the iconic role. From spirited debates on X to dream casting lists, the excitement is no doubt relentless. And as for Powell becoming the legendary pop culture spy, well, only time will tell if the fan manifestations come to life or remain just that: manifestations.

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