Recently, a poster announcing the return of Pierce Brosnan as the legendary British spy James Bond has captured attention online, sparking a whirlwind of excitement. The rumors surfaced last weekend when a Facebook user identified as @YODA BBY ABY posted an eye-catching image for a film titled The Last Directive, stating:
“PIERCE BROSNAN RETURNS FOR ONE LAST GO!!!”
The details shared in the post suggested an intriguing plot, where Brosnan reprises his role as a retired Agent 007, drawn back into action by “King and Country”to confront a formidable adversary from his past. The accompanying text elaborated:
“Years after ‘Die Another Day,’ Bond battles time and treachery to save the world one last time, proving legends never die.”
Additionally, the poster proclaimed that the anticipated film would premiere this Christmas.
Clarifying the Rumor: A Fan-Made Creation
It is essential to note that this poster is entirely fan-made, and no official James Bond film is currently in the works. The profile of @YODA BBY ABY explicitly states that the post was “100% satire and fake news.”This user has a history of creating similar fan art for various film franchises.
The Legacy of Pierce Brosnan in the Bond Franchise
Pierce Brosnan, known for his charm and charisma, portrayed James Bond in four films from 1995 to 2002. The character itself has endured since its inception, with EON Productions having acquired the film rights in 1961. The series debuted with Dr. No, featuring Sean Connery, which launched the 27 films released to date—most recently, No Time to Die in 2021.
Since Connery’s portrayal, various actors including Roger Moore, Timothy Dalton, and Daniel Craig have donned the iconic tuxedo. Brosnan’s tenure includes beloved titles such as GoldenEye (1995), Tomorrow Never Dies (1997), The World Is Not Enough (1999), and Die Another Day (2002).
Future of the James Bond Franchise
Following Daniel Craig’s departure in No Time to Die, speculation on the future of the franchise has mounted. Reports from Collider suggest potential candidates for the next Bond, including Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Cillian Murphy.
Recently, long-standing Bond producers, Barbara Broccoli (Albert R. Broccoli’s daughter) and Michael G. Wilson (his stepson), transferred production responsibilities to Amazon MGM Studios. Although they remain co-owners, they will no longer be directly involved in the creative decisions regarding future films, including the selection of the next Bond actor.
Pierce Brosnan’s Perspective on the Role
When discussing the possibility of returning to the Bond franchise, Brosnan shared his thoughts with Collider:
“Of course, how could I not be interested? But it’s a delicate situation now. I think it’s best to let sleeping dogs lie, really,”adding, “It’s a rather romantic notion and idea, but I think everything changes, everything falls apart. I think that it’s best left to another man, really. Fresh blood.”
Brosnan has also emphasized in an interview with The Telegraph that he believes a British actor should take on the mantle moving forward. Notably, he and George Lazenby are the only non-British actors to have portrayed the iconic character. Brosnan expressed his hopes that Amazon would treat the character with “dignity and imagination and respect.”
As it stands, there has been no official announcement regarding a new James Bond film as of now.