Oliver Reed Almost Starred in James Bond and Jaws
There are many tales about roles that could have been, with Burt Reynolds as Han Solo being one of them – a nearly realized alternate universe. It’s fascinating to ponder the ‘what ifs’, but we often overlook the reasons behind these near-misses. Some actors may have passed on a part they thought wasn’t suitable for them, while others simply clashed with the schedule and missed out on grabbing that legendary role.