Rourke has been married twice, with his rocky union with Carre Otis ending in December 1998.
The actor has shied away from long term relationships since his last divorce, preferring to spend time with his beloved pet chihuahuas instead.
But Rourke is now back on the dating scene and looking for a lady - and he's decided to start his search in Britain.
He says, "I’m looking for an English wife. I’m looking for a house over here. I need a boxing ring though and a full-sized gym. London’s like my second home.”