James Bond enthusiasts wasted no time speculating about the mystery actor portraying the iconic spy in "007 First Light."
The newly revealed trailer, showcased during Sony's State of Play event, features a noticeably younger Bond—fresh from the Royal Navy and eager to earn his 00 status. But who embodies this new iteration?
Almost instantly, Reddit users pointed fingers at Patrick Gibson, star of "Dexter: New Blood," citing his striking resemblance to the trailer's protagonist.
"That cocky grin gave him away immediately," remarked one Bond fanatic. Another agreed, "Spotted it the moment he appeared."
"Something about his face felt instantly recognizable," added a third fan. "After rewatching, I yelled 'DEXTER!'—it has to be Gibson."
At 30, the Irish actor is only slightly older than Bond's reported age of 26 in the game—potentially kicking off a new franchise if IO Interactive's plans materialize.
Gibson boasts an impressive resume, with roles in "Shadow and Bone," "The Tudors," and "The OA." However, his breakout performance as young Dexter Morgan in "Dexter: Original Sin" remains his most notable work.
Interestingly, IO Interactive hasn't confirmed Gibson's involvement—though IGN reached out for comment regarding fan theories. Gibson himself remains tight-lipped.
The trailer's press release pitches "007 First Light" as a globe-spanning action-adventure where players tackle objectives through brute force or Bond-esque finesse.
Gibson's portrayal channels Bond's signature dry wit during precarious situations—a skill honed through his antiheroic "Dexter" role.
Slated for 2026, "007 First Light" hits Nintendo Switch 2, PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S. For a full rundown of Sony's June 2025 State of Play announcements, check our coverage.
