Pierce Brosnan has addressed rumors of on-set tension with his MobLand co-star Tom Hardy, describing the reports as a ‘storm in a teacup’. Speaking at the series premiere in central London, Brosnan, who is 73 and reprises his role as Conrad Harrigan, told the Press Association: ‘Oh my God, it was a storm in a teacup, really.’ He added that he loves Hardy, is a massive fan of the actor’s work, and described the cast as ‘rock solid as a company, as a family’. According to Brosnan, everyone shows up for work and returns home to their families, noting that the production moves quickly and the team completed ten episodes without extensive socialising outside of work. The article also notes that during filming for the upcoming second series, MobLand made headlines due to reported tension between co-stars, with Hardy at the centre of the speculation. Rumours had suggested Hardy kept others waiting on set, clashed with co-creators Ronan Bennett and Jez Butterworth, and might not return for a third season. Tom Hardy, aged 48, responded to the rumors by calling it a ‘privilege’ to work with Brosnan and Dame Helen Mirren. He told the Press Association that he looks up to the two veterans, enjoys watching them push their creative envelopes, and appreciates seeing them enjoy their roles. Hardy described the MobLand set as a place where talented people have fun and work well together. Dame Helen Mirren, who is 81 and plays matriarch Maeve Harrigan, said she hopes to have more scenes with Hardy in the third series, which has recently been renewed. She remarked that her on-screen and off-screen chemistry with Brosnan is extraordinary, that they are very fond of each other, and that they hold enormous respect for one another. Mirren acknowledged that she did not share many scenes with Hardy in the second series but looks forward to increased collaboration in the next installment. The second series of MobLand is set to premiere globally on Paramount+ on September 18.
Key facts
- Pierce Brosnan described rumors of on-set clashes with Tom Hardy as a ‘storm in a teacup’
- Brosnan said he loves Hardy, is a fan of his work, and called the cast ‘rock solid as a company, as a family’
- Tom Hardy called it a ‘privilege’ to work with Brosnan and Dame Helen Mirren, praising their talent and enjoyment on set
- Dame Helen Mirren hopes to share more screen time with Hardy in the third series, which was recently renewed
- MobLand series two will premiere globally on Paramount+ on September 18