Dench 'Threatens To Quit' Bond Role

The British star joined the film franchise at the spy's boss M in 1995's Goldeneye and became an instant hit with fans.

But she often threatens to walk away from the role - until movie bosses convince her to stay.

Broccoli, the daughter of original Bond producer Cubby Broccoli, tells Comingsoon.net: "She is our anchor. She is the anchor of the film in terms of the character. She is the only authoritative figure in Bond's life.

"She had such a great relationship with Pierce (Brosnan) on the screen and she has such a great relationship with Daniel (Craig). She is our anchor. She is the real Bond girl - the one that keeps it all going, and I don't want her to leave. She keeps threatening to leave but I will not let her!"