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  20 Times Actors Turned Down Big Roles & Regretted It

  Ever wondered what your favorite movies would look like with different stars? In this countdown, we explore memorable moments when actors passed on major film roles only to wish they hadn’t. From missed Oscar-winners to blockbuster franchises, see how close Hollywood came to being totally different. Did your favorite actors dodge cinematic history? Let us know which casting decision surprised you most in the comments!

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• 10 Disturbing Roles Played by Actors Who Turned Out to be Terrible People

  Some roles hit differently when you know the truth about the actor... Join us as we examine the most unsettling performances that became even more disturbing after the actors' real-life controversies came to light. From predatory characters to manipulative villains, these roles took on new meaning following shocking revelations.

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• Top 10 Actors Who Faced Backlash for Controversial Roles

  The spotlight and controversy seem to go hand in hand! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re looking at the actors whom audiences criticized for taking roles they should have turned down.

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• Top 10 Moments We Found Out Comic Actors Could Nail Dramatic Roles

  These are the moments we found out comic actors could nail dramatic roles. For this list, we’ll be looking at the most effective times a comedic performer turned to drama.

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• Top 10 Actors Who Turned Down Oscar Winning Roles

  Actors can turn down any role they want, but you can bet that they regretted saying no to these roles! WatchMojo presents the Top 10 Actors and Actresses Who Turned Down Oscar Winning Roles! But who will take the top spot on our list? Will it be Emma Watson, John Travolta, or Gene Hackman? Watch to find out!

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• 30 Movie Roles Actors Were FORCED to Take

  Some roles are a dream for actors, but others are a real nightmare forced by contracts, rivalries, or personal stakes. From iconic blockbusters to infamous flops, these performances reveal the unexpected stories behind the scenes where big stars had no choice but to take the part. Join us as we uncover the surprising reasons why some of Hollywood’s biggest names stepped into roles they wished they could have avoided!

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• Top 10 Actors Who Transformed Their Voices for Iconic Roles

  Join us as we count down our picks for unforgettable roles where movie stars underwent incredible vocal transformations, from Bill Skarsgård's deep voice in "Nosferatu" to Heath Ledger's iconic Joker, and many more. These actors pushed their voices to new depths, adopting accents, and even damaging their vocal cords to bring their characters to life. Get ready to be impressed by these stunning vocal makeovers.

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• Top 10 Actors Who Made the Wrong Choice

  We'd be kicking ourselves if we were these celebs. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for actors who opted out of roles in films that ended up having a lot of success.

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• Top 10 Actors Who Refused a Role for Surprising Reasons

  Not the reasons you'd think! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the strangest, funniest and most surprising reasons actors turned down a role.

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• Top 10 Broadway Actors Who Reprised Their Roles for Films

  These actors took their roles from stage to screen. Welcome to MsMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the most notable times musical theater stars reprised their stage parts on the big screen.

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• Top 10 Wholesome Actors Who Took Evil Roles

  These actors went to the dark side and it paid off! Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the most notable cases where stars primarily known for good-natured/heroic roles went against type to play villainous characters.

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• 10 Actors Who WISELY Turned Down Bad Movies

  You have chosen... wisely. Welcome to WatchMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks for the lucky actors who dodged a bullet after turning down or dropping out of disastrous films.

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• Top 20 Times Big Actors ATE UP Small Roles

  These big actors ATE UP small roles. For this list, we’ll be looking at the greatest times that movie stars made the most of their cameos and supporting parts.

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• Top 10 Actors That Returned to Disney Roles

  These Disney roles wouldn't be the same without these actors. For this list, we’ll be looking at the best times that performers came back to play characters that live in the Mouse House.

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• Top 10 Actors Who Wish They Never Got Their Iconic Roles

  We can't imagine their careers without these roles, but these actors have some regrets. For this list, we’ll be looking at performers across film and television that are primarily known for playing certain characters they’d like to distance themselves from.

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