Daniel Craig confirms return as James Bond

Daniel Craig confirms return as James Bond Daniel Craig confirms return as James Bond Bond, James Bond will again be played by Craig, Daniel Craig. The actor, who was a guest on Tuesday night's "Late Show," confirmed to host Stephen Colbert that he will return to the role as the super spy in the upcoming, and yet untitled, 25th Bond film. "Now, you've been reported to play the role of James Bond again," Colbert said to Craig, who said he has been pretty coy about if he would return. "We could use some good news here. Daniel Craig, will you return as James Bond?" "Yes," Craig responded with a smile. This led the audience to cheer and Colbert to get up from his chair and shake Craig's hand. The actor then explained that he knew for a couple months that he would return, but had been discussing it and trying to figure things out.