Actors Who Almost Rejected Major Roles

While it’s hard to think that certain notable film roles wouldn’t be an immediate “yes” for actors, many different factors come into play when performers consider what parts to play. But that’s the thing about hindsight: It factors in the result. So here are just 11 times when actors had to seriously consider if a role was worth the challenge and was actually right for them way before they’d learn that, yes in fact, it was always theirs:

Which of these examples surprised you most, and are there other actors you know of who nearly turned down iconic roles? Let us know in the comments below!