Helen Mirren: "James Bond has to be a man"

While waiting for the announcement of the name of the person who will play James Bond, British screen legend Helen Mirren spoke out on the matter. In her statement, she clearly emphasized that she is a feminist, which in no way changes the fact that she believes only a man can be Agent 007. A woman in the role, she stated, "doesn't work."

In "Thursday Crime Club," which is currently awaiting its premiere on Netflix, Helen Mirren plays a retired agent. She is paired with Pierce Brosnan, known for his portrayal of James Bond. The role of 007 is currently vacant, and it remains unclear who will replace Daniel Craig , who last played the role in "No Time to Die."

Helen Mirren shared her thoughts on the possibility of casting a woman as Bond.

"I'm a 100% feminist, but James Bond has to be a man. He can't be a woman. It just doesn't work. James Bond has to be James Bond, otherwise he's someone else," Mirren told Saga Magazine.

At the same time, he views his character in "Thursday Crime Club" as a more realistic portrayal of someone involved in espionage. Consequently, not as much fun as being Bond.

It's still unclear who will replace Daniel Craig as Bond. Speculation intensified after Amazon acquired the rights to the franchise. Women have been mentioned among the potential candidates, but no one has publicly confirmed this possibility. On the contrary, rumors have surfaced that Amazon executives would like to cast a British actor in his late 30s as Bond. All we know is that the film will be directed by Denis Villeneuve , based on a script by Steven Knight, the creator of "Peaky Blinders."

Brosnan also expressed his opinion on the famous spy franchise.

"I'm excited about the new person stepping into the spotlight. We'll see a completely new energy and life to this character. I love the world of James Bond. He's been very generous to me. It's a gift that keeps giving you new gifts. Now I'm just a member of the audience waiting to see what the new candidate will show," he says.