Pierce Brosnan And Kate Mulgrew Starred In A Forgotten '80s Civil War Series
Before they played James Bond and Kathryn Janeway, respectively, Pierce Brosnan and Kate Mulgrew were star-crossed lovers in "The Manions of America."
Kate Mulgrew and Pierce Brosnan co-starred in the 1981 miniseries "The Manions of America," a forgotten Civil War-era series. Brosnan played Rory O'Manion, an Irishman who immigrated to America to escape the Potato Famine, while Mulgrew portrayed Rachel Clement, his British love interest. Over six hours, the series covered American history, culminating in Rory dealing with a failing business and marital issues, as well as the war back home.
In her memoir, Mulgrew recalled Brosnan's prankster nature, noting he often pranked the cast, including her, at all hours of the day. After the show's success in America, Brosnan moved to Los Angeles, using the show's popularity to secure his first major role in "Remington Steele." This role eventually led to his Hollywood breakthrough.
Director Cary Grant-inspired Brosnan's character, showcasing his admiration for classic movie stars.
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