Brosnan partial to Salmon

Pierce Brosnan - the 59-year old Irish actor, has said that he'd pick 'Resident Evil' star, Colin Salmon, as a replacement for Daniel Craig as the next James Bond.

Salmon has actually already appeared in three Bond franchise movies alongside Brosnan as MI6 Deputy Chief of Staff Charles Robinson in 'Tomorrow Never Dies', 'The World is Not Enough' and 'Die Another Day'. He's also a prominent TV actor having appeared in 'Law & Order: Uk', 'Spooks' and 'Doctor Who' among a huge number of roles.

This isn't the first time Salmon's name has been linked with the role of 007, he was also a favourite for the part before Craig was finally picked. In fact, Brosnan himself backed the black actor to take over.

"I've always thrown Colin Salmon's name in the mix. He's somebody I have worked with closely over the years. He would be outstanding and I think it would be absolutely essential."

Brosnan, about to appear in rom-com 'Love Is All You Need', admitted that Craig was "doing superbly well" as the super spy and also spoke about how important being Bond had been for him, personally.

"That was without a question one of the most rewarding roles. That character, and the opportunities it gave one. That job is the gift that keeps giving because once you're a Bond, you're a Bond for life.

"It's a small company of men now who have played the role and for me, it's allowed me to create my own company to produce, and to step forth into the international market and have a profile. That's a healthy thing for any actor – the more choices you have. Without a question, it was a significant part of my life and career, and is ongoing in many respects."