Pierce Brosnan looks completely transformed in the trailer for his upcoming biographical sports drama film, Giant, about the relationship between legendary British-Yemeni world boxing champion Prince Naseem Hamed and his trainer.
The James Bond star plays Irish boxing trainer Brendan Ingle in the movie, which stars Amir El-Masry (Industry, Vigil) in the role of Hamed. In a first look at the film, Pierce has swapped his signature slicked-back locks for wispy white hair and glasses.
According to the synopsis, the film is inspired by a "remarkable" true story and charts the "rags-to-riches underdog tale" of Hamed, from his humble beginnings in Sheffield to becoming world champion and a global sporting icon in the 1990s.
It explores the "unlikely and tender relationship" between the boxer and his trainer, Brendan Ingle, and the instrumental role he played in Hamed's road to success.
The film promises "exhilarating and visceral scenes in the ring" as well as "deeply moving and intimate moments behind the curtain".
A release date has yet to be announced.