At the Oscar Wilde Awards held in Los Angeles on Thursday night, former James Bond star Pierce Brosnan was asked about his opinion on who should fill the iconic spy role after Daniel Craig's departure in 2021. Brosnan expressed his support for Cillian Murphy, known for his stellar performance in 'Oppenheimer,' as the ideal candidate to take on the coveted role of James Bond.
Pierce Brosnan, who portrayed James Bond in films like GoldenEye, Tomorrow Never Dies, The World Is Not Enough, and Die Another Day from 1995 to 2002, handed over the iconic character to Daniel Craig in 2006.
Following Daniel Craig's retirement in 2021, Brosnan was questioned about who should be the next James Bond. At the age of 70, the veteran star suggested that Cillian Murphy would excel in portraying the legendary spy.
Pierce Brosnan openly endorsed Cillian Murphy, stating, 'Cillian Murphy could do an incredible job as James Bond.' His endorsement adds weight to the ongoing speculation about the next actor to step into the iconic spy's shoes.
In response to Brosnan's endorsement, Cillian Murphy modestly remarked, 'I believe I am too old for this role.' Despite this response, fans and industry insiders are intrigued by the prospect of Murphy taking on the role of James Bond.