Career Timeline of Pierce Brosnan: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Pierce Brosnan built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Pierce Brosnan is an Irish actor and film producer best known for portraying James Bond in four films from 1995 to 2002. He was the fifth actor to take on the iconic role in the James Bond film series and also appeared in related video games like GoldenEye 007. Brosnan's Bond era is recognized for its blend of action, charm, and modernization of the character for the late 20th and early 21st centuries.
1975: Brosnan's acting debut
In 1975, Pierce Brosnan graduated from the Drama Centre and began working at the York Theatre Royal, making his acting debut in Wait Until Dark.
1977: Appearance in Filumena
In 1977, Pierce Brosnan was picked by Franco Zeffirelli to appear in the play Filumena.
1980: Early film appearances
In 1980, Pierce Brosnan made brief appearances in films such as The Long Good Friday and The Mirror Crack'd, as well as early television performances.
1981: Cassandra Harris in "For Your Eyes Only"
In 1981, Cassandra Harris appeared in the James Bond film "For Your Eyes Only". Following this, she and Brosnan secured a bank loan and moved to Southern California, where Brosnan was cast in the TV series Remington Steele.
1982: Starred in Manions of America and Nancy Astor
In 1982, Pierce Brosnan became a television star in the United States with his leading role in the popular miniseries Manions of America and also starred in BBC's Nancy Astor.
1982: Move to Southern California and Remington Steele
In 1982, Pierce Brosnan moved to Southern California and rose in popularity in the United States playing the title role in the NBC romantic, often-comedic detective series Remington Steele.
1982: Remington Steele debut
In 1982, Pierce Brosnan rose to popularity in the television series Remington Steele.
1986: Remington Steele renewed, Bond role lost
In 1986, after NBC cancelled Remington Steele and Pierce Brosnan was offered the role of James Bond, Remington Steele's ratings improved and it was renewed, contractually requiring Brosnan to return to the show, causing him to lose the Bond role.
1987: Timothy Dalton hired as Bond
In 1987, Eon Productions hired Timothy Dalton for The Living Daylights after Pierce Brosnan had to return to Remington Steele.
1987: Appearance in The Fourth Protocol
In 1987, Pierce Brosnan appeared in the Cold War spy film The Fourth Protocol.
1988: Appearance in The Deceivers and Noble House
In 1988, Pierce Brosnan appeared in The Deceivers and the mini-series James Clavell's Noble House.
1989: Dalton stars in Licence to Kill
In 1989, Timothy Dalton starred in Licence to Kill as James Bond.
1991: Television film Victim of Love
In 1991, Pierce Brosnan appeared in the television film Victim of Love.
1991: Cancellation of Dalton film
In 1991, legal disputes resulted in the cancellation of a proposed third James Bond film with Timothy Dalton, putting the Bond series on hiatus.
1992: Shot pilot for Running Wilde and starred in The Lawnmower Man
In 1992, Pierce Brosnan shot a pilot for NBC called Running Wilde, which never aired, and starred in The Lawnmower Man.
July 1993: Rumors about The Saint role
In July 1993, Pierce Brosnan denied rumors that he was going to inherit the role of Simon Templar in The Saint.
1993: Appearance in Mrs. Doubtfire
In 1993, Pierce Brosnan appeared in the comedy Mrs. Doubtfire.
June 1994: Brosnan announced as the fifth Bond
On June 7, 1994, Pierce Brosnan was officially announced as the fifth actor to play James Bond.
1995: Release of GoldenEye
In 1995, GoldenEye, Pierce Brosnan's first James Bond film, was released and grossed US$350 million worldwide, becoming the fourth-highest-grossing film of the year and the most successful Bond film since Moonraker.
1995: Television film Night Watch
In 1995, Pierce Brosnan appeared in the television film Night Watch, a spy thriller set in Hong Kong.
1995: Brosnan's debut as James Bond in GoldenEye
In 1995, Pierce Brosnan debuted as James Bond in the film GoldenEye, marking his first appearance in the James Bond film series.
1995: Brosnan secures James Bond role
In 1995, four years after the death of his wife Cassandra Harris, Pierce Brosnan secured the role of James Bond, fulfilling her wish.
1996: Founding of Irish DreamTime
In 1996, Pierce Brosnan and Beau St. Clair founded the Los Angeles–based production company Irish DreamTime.
1997: Release of Tomorrow Never Dies
In 1997, Pierce Brosnan returned as James Bond in Tomorrow Never Dies, which received mixed reviews but was a box office success.
1997: Starring in Dante's Peak
In 1997, Pierce Brosnan starred in the epic disaster adventure film Dante's Peak.
1998: Release of The Nephew
In 1998, Pierce Brosnan and Beau St. Clair released Irish DreamTime's first production, The Nephew.
1999: Release of The World Is Not Enough
In 1999, Pierce Brosnan returned as Bond in The World Is Not Enough, which received mixed reviews but was a success at the box office.
1999: Starring in The Thomas Crown Affair
In 1999, Pierce Brosnan starred in the remake of the heist film The Thomas Crown Affair.
2001: Starred in The Tailor of Panama
In 2001, Pierce Brosnan starred along with Jamie Lee Curtis and Geoffrey Rush in The Tailor of Panama.
2002: Release of Die Another Day
In 2002, Pierce Brosnan starred in Die Another Day as James Bond; the movie received mixed reviews but was a box office success.
2002: Brosnan's last appearance as James Bond
In 2002, Pierce Brosnan starred in his fourth and final James Bond film, Die Another Day, marking the end of his run in the series.
2002: Likeness in 007: Nightfire
In 2002, Pierce Brosnan's likeness was used as the face of James Bond in the video game 007: Nightfire.
October 2004: Brosnan considered dismissed from Bond role
In October 2004, Pierce Brosnan stated that he considered himself dismissed from the role of James Bond.
2004: Post-Bond Roles and Film Backing
In 2004, Pierce Brosnan discussed backing a film about Caitlin Macnamara, with Miranda Richardson in the lead role. He also starred in "Laws of Attraction" and "After the Sunset", with the former receiving positive reviews and the latter being a box office failure.
2004: Starring in James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing
In 2004, Pierce Brosnan starred in the James Bond game James Bond 007: Everything or Nothing, lending both his likeness and voice.
2004: Support for John Kerry
In 2004, Pierce Brosnan supported John Kerry in the U.S. presidential election and is a vocal supporter of same-sex marriage.
2004: Named 'Best-dressed Environmentalist'
In 2004, Pierce Brosnan was named 'Best-dressed Environmentalist' by the Sustainable Style Foundation for his environmental advocacy.
February 2005: Brosnan announces end with Bond role
In February 2005, Pierce Brosnan posted on his website that he was finished with the role of James Bond.
October 2005: Daniel Craig took over the role of James Bond
On October 14, 2005, Daniel Craig officially took over the role as James Bond, replacing Pierce Brosnan. Brosnan expressed his support for Craig in the role.
2005: Starring in The Matador
In 2005, Brosnan starred in "The Matador" as Julian Noble, receiving positive reviews and a Golden Globe nomination for his performance.
2006: Narrating FIFA World Cup Film
In 2006, Pierce Brosnan narrated "The Official Film of the 2006 FIFA World Cup", directed by Michael Apted.
2006: Spokesperson for Lee National Denim Day
In 2006, Pierce Brosnan served as the spokesperson for Lee National Denim Day, a breast cancer fundraiser, advocating for cancer awareness.
January 2007: Appearance in Seraphim Falls
In January 2007, Pierce Brosnan appeared in "Seraphim Falls" with Liam Neeson, receiving mixed reviews upon its limited release.
2008: Starring in Mamma Mia!
In 2008, Pierce Brosnan starred in the comedy musical Mamma Mia!
2008: Mamma Mia! Film Adaptation and Thomas & Friends Narration
In 2008, Pierce Brosnan starred in the film adaptation of "Mamma Mia!" as Sam Carmichael, alongside Meryl Streep. His singing in the film was poorly received. He also narrated "Thomas & Friends: The Great Discovery".
2010: Roles in The Ghost Writer, Remember Me, and Percy Jackson
In 2010, Pierce Brosnan starred in "The Ghost Writer", which won a Silver Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival. He also appeared in "Remember Me" and "Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief".
2010: Starring in The Ghost Writer and Percy Jackson
In 2010, Pierce Brosnan starred in the political thriller The Ghost Writer and the action fantasy Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief.
2012: Role in Love Is All You Need
In 2012, Pierce Brosnan played Philip in the Danish romantic comedy "Love Is All You Need".
2013: Sky Broadband Commercials
In 2013, Pierce Brosnan appeared in television commercials as a humorous version of himself to promote Sky Broadband in Ireland.
2013: Honorary Patronage and Role in No Escape
In 2013, Pierce Brosnan received honorary patronage from Dublin University Players at Trinity College Dublin. He also starred in "No Escape" with Owen Wilson.
2014: Starring in The November Man
In 2014, Brosnan starred in "The November Man", an adaptation of Bill Granger's novel, receiving negative reviews.
2015: Appearance in Survivor
In 2015, Pierce Brosnan appeared alongside Milla Jovovich in the suspense thriller movie "Survivor".
2016: Starring in I.T.
In 2016, Pierce Brosnan starred in a revenge thriller called "I.T.", released in limited form through video on demand.
2017: Role in The Foreigner and The Son
In 2017, Pierce Brosnan starred in "The Foreigner" opposite Jackie Chan. He also replaced Sam Neill in "The Son", a TV adaptation of Philipp Meyer's novel.
2018: Spinning Man and Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
In 2018, Pierce Brosnan co-starred in "Spinning Man" with Guy Pearce and Minnie Driver. He also reprised his role in "Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again" and had a supporting role in "Final Score".
2019: The Son Ending
In 2019, the television series "The Son", in which Pierce Brosnan starred as Eli McCullough, aired its second and final season.
2020: Starring in Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga
In 2020, Pierce Brosnan starred in Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga.
2021: The Misfits and False Positive
In 2021, Pierce Brosnan executive produced and starred in "The Misfits", which received poor reviews. He also appeared in A24's horror film "False Positive".
2021: Launch of NFT Collection
In 2021, Pierce Brosnan launched his first NFT collection of digital artworks, "Big Noise", inspired by his painting Earplugs.
2022: Black Adam
In 2022, Pierce Brosnan played Doctor Fate/Kent Nelson in the DC Extended Universe film, "Black Adam".
2023: Roles in The Out-Laws and The King's Daughter
In 2023, Pierce Brosnan appeared in the Netflix action-comedy film "The Out-Laws" and starred as King Louis XIV in "The King's Daughter".
2023: Leading Role in Fast Charlie
In 2023, Pierce Brosnan led the hitman thriller film "Fast Charlie", directed by Phillip Noyce.
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