Former James Bond actor reveals the one thing that the next 007 agent needs to be
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Pierce Brosnan also said he hopes Amazon handles the character with 'dignity and respect'
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Published March 11, 2025 5:00pm EDT

Actor Pierce Brosnan, who has played the role of James Bond in four films, says the next actor to play the character should be British.

In an interview published Sunday with , the 71-year-old actor said it was a "given" that the actor who takes up the James Bond mantle should be British.

When Amazon purchased MGM, the studio that produced the Bond films, in 2021, the future of the series became uncertain.





Craig first starred as Bond in "Casino Royale." (Greg Williams)

"Amazon MGM Studios, Michael G. Wilson, and Barbara Broccoli today announced that they have formed a new joint venture to house the James Bond intellectual property rights, and those parties will remain co-owners of the franchise," a February  from Amazon stated.

The announcement also outlined Amazon’s increased role in the 007 franchise, though longtime producers Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson are expected to remain key decision-makers.

Brosnan told The Telegraph that Amazon's takeover of the franchise comes with a "certain lament."

"It takes great courage for them to let go," Brosnan said. "They will still have a say in matters. I hope that  handles the work and the character with dignity and imagination and respect."



  

Former Bond girl Valerie Leon is worried that the franchise won't be "British" anymore with Amazon in control. (Good Morning Britain)

"I thought it was coming for some time I guess, but I think it was the right decision for Barbara and Michael," Brosnan said.

"Amazon's takeover of the franchise comes with a 'certain lament.'"

"It takes great courage for them to let go," Brosnan said. "They will still have a say in matters. I hope that  handles the work and the character with dignity and imagination and respect."

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Rachel del Guidice is a reporter for Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to rachel.delguidice@fox.com.
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