Neeson spurned Bond

Hollywood star Liam Neeson turned down the chance to play James Bond, because he has never been interested in starring in action movies.

Mon, 21 Feb, 2005 - 09:33

Hollywood star Liam Neeson turned down the chance to play James Bond, because he has never been interested in starring in action movies.

The Kinsey actor was approached to replace Timothy Dalton as the suave super spy in 1995's Goldeneye, but film-makers settled for fellow Irishman Pierce Brosnan after Neeson spurned their advances.

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

NEWSLETTERS

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Cork stars Graham Norton and Cillian Murphy appear in new Taylor Swift music video

12 Days of Christmas Competitions: Over €7,500 in prizes to be won

Blue Monday 2026: Health and wellbeing experts share 19 little things that make them happy

Courts Entertainment Heathrow Person: Neeson Person: Liam Neeson Person: James Bond Person: Kinsey Person: Timothy Dalton Person: Pierce Brosnan Organisation: Hollywood

<p>The workload at both your job and at home will no doubt be emotionally and mentally taxing, which can trigger physical fatigue. Picture: iStock </p>

Natural Health: I feel tired all the time - even after a good night's sleep

READ NOW

Neeson spurned Bond

Natural Health: I feel tired all the time - even after a good night's sleep

Latest

Outdoor Trails

Lifestyle

Neeson spurned Bond

Continue reading for €5

Natural Health: I feel tired all the time - even after a good night's sleep

Latest

Outdoor Trails

Lifestyle