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Who is in the 007 First Light cast?
The official PlayStation cast page names these principal performers and characters:
| Performer | Character |
|---|---|
| Patrick Gibson | James Bond |
| Priyanga Burford | M |
| Lennie James | John Greenway |
| Alastair Mackenzie | Q |
| Kiera Lester | Miss Moneypenny |
| Noémie Nakai | Miss Roth |
| Gemma Chan | Dr. Selina Tan |
| Lenny Kravitz | Bawma |
The names and character pairings are listed on PlayStation’s official 007 First Light page. IO Interactive’s launch announcement also names Khaby Lame, Jacksepticeye and Shroud as cameo performers, but does not identify their characters there: IO Interactive’s launch announcement.
Who plays James Bond?
Patrick Gibson plays James Bond. This is an original, younger interpretation of the character created for the game, rather than a portrayal tied to a new film. IO Interactive introduced Gibson as Bond in its gameplay reveal.
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- EARN THE NUMBER - Discover a new James Bond origin story, and the events that led a young maverick to become the best MI6 agent.
- A THRILLING ESPIONAGE ADVENTURE - Embark on missions in breathtaking locations, drive iconic vehicles, and dive into a cinematic adventure in pursuit of a rogue agent who’s always one step ahead.
- SPYING, YOUR WAY - Go silent or go loud. Whether fighting with fists or firepower, using gadgets to infiltrate, or bluffing your way past guards, the approach is entirely up to you.
What characters do Gemma Chan and the other cast members play?
Gemma Chan as Dr. Selina Tan
Chan plays Dr. Selina Tan, a senior MI6 figure who oversees Tactical Simulations. IO Interactive says Chan provides both Tan’s voice and physical likeness. Chan described the character as fascinating in the studio’s casting announcement.
Lenny James as John Greenway
James plays John Greenway, Bond’s mentor in the story.
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- EARN THE NUMBER - Discover a new James Bond origin story, and the events that led a young maverick to become the best MI6 agent.
- A THRILLING ESPIONAGE ADVENTURE - Embark on missions in breathtaking locations, drive iconic vehicles, and dive into a cinematic adventure in pursuit of a rogue agent who’s always one step ahead.
- SPYING, YOUR WAY - Go silent or go loud. Whether fighting with fists or firepower, using gadgets to infiltrate, or bluffing your way past guards, the approach is entirely up to you.
- WELCOME TO MI6 - Test your skills and replay your favorite missions with additional modifiers, for endless espionage fun!
Lenny Kravitz as Bawma
Kravitz plays Bawma, whom IO Interactive describes as the Pirate King.
The MI6 regulars
Priyanga Burford plays M, Alastair Mackenzie plays Q, and Kiera Lester plays Miss Moneypenny. Noémie Nakai plays Miss Roth. The PlayStation cast listing spells Mackenzie’s surname with an “a”; IO Interactive’s launch announcement uses “McKenzie.”
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- EARN THE NUMBER - Discover a new James Bond origin story, and the events that led a young maverick to become the best MI6 agent.
- A THRILLING ESPIONAGE ADVENTURE - Embark on missions in breathtaking locations, drive iconic vehicles, and dive into a cinematic adventure in pursuit of a rogue agent who’s always one step ahead.
- SPYING, YOUR WAY - Go silent or go loud. Whether fighting with fists or firepower, using gadgets to infiltrate, or bluffing your way past guards, the approach is entirely up to you.
- WELCOME TO MI6 - Test your skills and replay your favorite missions with additional modifiers, for endless espionage fun!
What is 007 First Light about?
IO Interactive describes 007 First Light as a standalone reimagining of James Bond’s origin. Its story begins with Bond as a 26-year-old Royal Navy air crewman recruited into MI6’s training program, following his rise toward becoming 007. The game is a third-person action-adventure that combines stealth, combat, gadgets, investigation and player choice. See the studio’s original announcement for the premise and its launch announcement for launch details.
Independent reader supportYour contribution helps us test, update, and keep practical guides available for everyone.When did the game launch, and where can you play it?
IO Interactive announced a worldwide launch on May 27, 2026. Its launch announcement lists PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Amazon.com, Steam and the Epic Games Store. An earlier IO Interactive announcement also listed Nintendo Switch 2 and said Switch 2 pre-orders were limited to physical editions. Availability can change, so check the relevant platform’s current store page. PlayStation lists the game for PS5 and states it is not available on PS4.
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