Amazing Roles Actors Turned Down For Much More Forgettable Ones

Published on July 21, 2021
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Leonardo DiCaprio – American Psycho

Apparently, Leonardo DiCaprio was the first choice for the lead in American Psycho. However, he had a different vision than director Oliver Stone, so DiCaprio ended up leaving and starring in The Beach instead. The role in American Psycho went to Christian Bale instead, and it ended up being a huge cult classic.

Leonardo DiCaprio – American Psycho

Leonardo DiCaprio – American Psycho

Julia Roberts – The Blind Side

Julia Roberts became a huge Hollywood star after starring in Erin Brockovich in 2000, which earned her an Academy Award for Best Actress. She was offered the role of Leigh Anne Tuohy in the hit film The Blind Side. She turned it down in order to star in the romcom Valentine’s Day, which ended up flopping.

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Julia Roberts – The Blind Side

Julia Roberts – The Blind Side