Glen Powell: From James Bond Speculation to Upcoming Projects

Glen Powell: From James Bond Speculation to Upcoming Projects

Glen Powell, a rising star in Hollywood, has been rumored as a potential successor to Daniel Craig as James Bond if Amazon decides to cast an American actor. However, Powell himself believes that a Texan like him should not play the iconic British spy. Despite the speculation, Amazon MGM Studios has not shown any interest in casting an American as 007, making Powell's potential involvement purely speculative.

While Powell may not be donning the famous tuxedo of James Bond, he is set to grace the red carpets this fall to promote his upcoming projects. First on the list is "Chad Powers," a football comedy series created by Powell and Michael Waldron, premiering on Hulu on September 30, 2025. Powell stars as Russ Holliday, a disgraced college football player who assumes the identity of Chad Powers to play quarterback at another school.

Following "Chad Powers," Powell will lead Edgar Wright's film adaptation of "The Running Man," where he portrays Ben Richards, a contestant on a deadly game show. The star-studded cast includes William H. Macy, Lee Pace, Emilia Jones, and others. "The Running Man" is set to hit theaters on November 14, 2025.

In the realm of James Bond, Denis Villeneuve is lined up to direct the first 007 film under Amazon MGM Studios' control, with Steven Knight penning the script. The production will be overseen by Amy Pascal and David Heyman. Powell's future in the James Bond franchise remains uncertain, but his career is undoubtedly on the rise with exciting projects on the horizon.