I've always wanted to play a spy, because it is the ultimate acting exercise. You are never what you seem.

There are things that are a given, that you've already established, and obviously, visually, certain iconic things that can't be completely removed, like a certain hat or a certain coat in my case.

I'm not an overnight success. I've been doing it for 12 years. It's been lovely and varied so far.

Every job is incredibly different, and I love it because you're picking up skill sets and experiences. It's the university of life.

Marvel always make it fresh so you can give it your personal twist.

Being on set is quite difficult, because it's so big and you've got to try and relax, which isn't easy when you know you're in a massive film. I was terrified for quite a long time.

I just increasingly enjoy the quiet moments when I can be on my own with my friends and family, or with a book, having a live experience. That's really what I crave, and I always have done.