The unveiling of the new James Bond video game 007 First Light with an official trailer has fueled speculation about the new Bond actor. Fans are certainly certain who will now portray the agent.
The first hint of the release of a trailer for the new James Bond game from Hitman creators IO Interactive already generated excitement. It was clear that if the video clip was released, it would most likely feature the face of the new Bond. That's exactly what happened – and speculation quickly began. Fans are now certain they've spotted the "real" James Bond. A 30-year-old is said to be playing the agent.
Since Daniel Craig ended his 007 career with the film "No Time To Die," fans have been wondering who the next James Bond will be. Many internet users would have liked to see Henry Cavill, but other high-profile names – including Idris Elba and Damian Lewis – were also repeatedly mentioned. When it was announced that Amazon would take over the creative role for the 007 franchise, it was clear that a reveal of the actor could be expected at least in the foreseeable future.
Now, developers IO Interactive have come around the corner with their trailer for the new video game 007 First Light, seriously fueling the rumor mill. The key question is: Can the video game character actually provide a clue as to who the actor behind the new James Bond is?
It's doubtful that the developers actually know this closely guarded secret. However, they may have been given some clues to help them make the video game character's appearance as close as possible to the real Bond. Fans have long since identified a young actor who not only looks similar to the virtual alter ego, but also sounds similar to it: Patrick Gibson.
The new James Bond is 100% played by Patrick Gibson.
— GameRoll (@GameRoll_) June 4, 2025
He's an Irish actor who I know as playing Dexter in Dexter: Original Sin.
He's a PHENOMENAL actor and I'm sure he'll be GREAT as Bond! pic.twitter.com/q58Cn0eQE7
Although the Irish actor became known primarily through Dexter: Original Sin, he has yet to make a major breakthrough in the industry. This would be ideal for a leading role like James Bond.
IO Interactive has been working on the James Bond video game for almost five years. The title is eagerly anticipated, especially by fans of the franchise; after all, there hasn't been a 15 video game in about 007 years. The recently released trailer suggests that the Hitman creators could deliver a real hit, too. One in which the world of 007 is truly recognizable. The premise: a young 26-year-old James Bond is taking his first steps into the spy world—so he has to earn his double zero in the video game. The game is scheduled for release next year.
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