Pierce Brosnan Wanted $42 Million to Play Bond

British website Contactmusic.com reported that the 51 year old Irish actor made the astronomical demand of the producers for the role of the secret agent in the film Casino Royale.

The producers have decided to pass on Brosnon in favor of finding a new actor to play the role of 007.

Brosnan says he was "surprised, disappointed and saddened" when he found out the producers’ decision.

The star claims his wage "was an honest fee in terms of how much blood, sweat and tears I put into the role".