Pierce Brosnan says he could ‘entertain’ playing a retired spy in James Bond

Pierce Brosnan has said he could ‘entertain’ returning to the James Bond franchise (Scott Trindle/British GQ)

Pierce Brosnan has hinted he could “entertain” returning to the James Bond film franchise as a retired agent.

The 72-year-old Irish actor, who played 007 in four films from 1995 to 2002, ruled out returning to the role of the active secret agent, but said he was open to appearing in a project related to the franchise.