Pierce Brosnan Says Bond Role Gave Him “Longevity” and He’s Far from Retirement

LONDON, August 29, 2025 - Veteran actor Pierce Brosnan, best known for his portrayal of James Bond from 1995 to 2002, told PA Media today that stepping into 007’s shoes “gave me longevity” and opened doors to a diverse film career. Speaking to The Guardian, the 72-year-old reflected that the franchise provided him with global recognition and sustained opportunities, despite early reservations from his former mentor, Christopher Fettes.

In a separate interview with Town & Country, Brosnan-currently starring as retired trade unionist Ron in Netflix’s The Thursday Murder Club-said retirement is the last thing on his mind. “I’ve been an actor all my life; I don’t know what else to do at this point,” he remarked, adding that the “doing” of acting keeps him invigorated and grounded in the face of life’s uncertainties. He plans to continue working for at least another decade and is excited to return to the Paramount+ series MobLand this October alongside co-star Helen Mirren.

Brosnan’s dual reflections on his career longevity and retirement prospects come as he promotes The Thursday Murder Club, directed by Chris Columbus and co-starring Dame Helen Mirren, Sir Ben Kingsley, and Celia Imrie. The film follows four septuagenarian sleuths who inadvertently stumble upon a real murder investigation in their retirement community.