Hollywood legend Al Pacino is to make a cameo appearance in the forthcoming James Bond movie Quantum Of Solace.

The Godfather star has reportedly agreed to make a guest appearance in the next installment of the superspy franchise following a series of secret negotiations. But Pacino will only have a small role in the movie.

A source tells British newspaper the Daily Mirror, "It’s not a major role but it’s an extremely important one. It will be a brief on-screen appearance.

"Everyone is really excited at the prospect of having such a huge star joining the cast. It will be fabulous to see him up against Bond."

Daniel Craig’s second outing as 007 is currently being filmed at Pinewood Studios in Buckinghamshire, England, and is due for release later this year (08).