Former 007 Pierce Brosnan is reacting to Helen Mirren’s criticism of the James Bond franchise. Last week, his MobLand co-star got candid during an interview with The London Standard, revealing she “never liked James Bond” because the concept is “drenched and born out of profound sexism.”

Pierce Brosnan tells PEOPLE that he agrees with the opinion of his 'MobLand' costar, Helen Mirren, that the James Bond franchise has historically been rooted in 'sexism' as to how it portrays women characters.

Former 007 Pierce Brosnan stirred up some thoughts about who might be a good choice to play James Bond following the latest franchise shake-up. Aaron Taylor-Johnson is the latest actor whose name has fueled speculation about Bond casting,