Pierce Brosnan, known globally for his suave portrayal of James Bond, recently found himself chuckling at the thought of returning to the iconic series—not as 007, but as the head honcho, M. It's a rumor that's apparently been floating around, but in a recent chat, Brosnan laughed it off, calling the whole idea ‘nuts’. Clearly, the actor has no plans to report back to MI6 anytime soon.
Instead, Brosnan has his sights set firmly on a different project, the gritty crime drama *MobLand*, which is creating waves ahead of its Paramount+ premiere. In this series, he's once again teaming up with Helen Mirren, and their dynamic promises to be electric. They dive into the chaotic world of London's criminal underbelly as Conrad and Maeve Harrigan, an Irish immigrant couple leading one of the two rival crime families battling for supremacy in a global syndicate.
The mastermind behind *MobLand* is none other than Guy Ritchie, known for his knack for gangster tales. Brosnan, embracing his role as a complex, gritty character far from the polished secret agent, seems excited about stepping back into this kind of raw, punchy storytelling. Think of it as a refreshing return to Ritchie’s familiar roots, following his work on *The Gentlemen*.
But what about the future of Bond? The franchise is sauntering into new territory under the ownership of Amazon, with producers like David Heyman of *Harry Potter* fame and Amy Pascal from *Spider-Man* on board. It's a fresh direction, and Brosnan, ever the gentleman, expressed his well-wishes. However, he firmly believes the title of James Bond should remain a British one, sharing what’s likely a sentiment close to the hearts of many fans worldwide.
Amusingly, Brosnan’s wife manages to keep him updated on the wild and wonderful fan theories bubbling online. But he brushes off any Bond-related chatter that comes his way, not letting speculation distract him from where he's currently pouring his creative energy—right next to Helen Mirren. His admiration and respect for Mirren shine through as he describes her as ‘a queen’ in the acting world, further emphasizing why he’s eager to collaborate again.
As *MobLand* rolls out on March 30, viewers can expect fireworks as Brosnan and Mirren dig into another thrilling project together. It seems, for now, any Bond fantasies will have to take a backseat to the gritty allure of London's underworld.
