Pierce Brosnan and Dame Helen Mirren support assisted dying

Pierce Brosnan hopes when he dies he gets to enjoy a "cup of tea" before saying goodbye.

The 71-year-old actor and his Thursday Murder Club co-star Dame Helen Mirren, 79, have both spoken out in support of assisted dying, which plays a role in film, which is an adaptation of Richard Osman's mystery novel series.

Dame Helen told Saga Magazine: "I absolutely believe in assisted dying."

And the James Bond legend added: "So do I. I've watched the suffering of dear ones.

"I think when my time comes, I'd like to be able to have the choice to say: 'Okay, let's have that cup of tea and say goodbye.' "

However, Dame Helen also pointed out how the film is a reminder of the beauty of growing old.

She said: "The great thing about a movie like this is that it reminds everyone:

"'As an older person I have a brain. I have agency, energy, commitment, passion and intellect. It doesn't all stop when you're 40.' "