It's likely well-known to Starwoids the world over that multiple now-famous actors initially auditioned to play the role of Han Solo in George Lucas' 1977 film "Star Wars." The role ultimately ended up going to Harrison Ford, but Kurt Russell, Nick Nolte, and Christopher Walken also tried out.

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Who was the second choice for Han Solo?

The person picked for Han Solo in that second set was Christopher Walken. While Lucas probably made the right choice given the success of Star Wars with the three actors that he ended up going with, Walken would become a breakout star of his own just a year later with his performance in The Deer Hunter.

Who auditioned for Kylo Ren?

Eddie Redmayne auditioned for the role of Kylo Ren, but claims that he blew his audition.

Who else auditioned for Padmé?

Besides Natalie Portman, the only other actress known to have auditioned for the role of Padmé Amidala is Vinette Robinson. Robinson revealed that her audition for Star Wars was her first-ever audition.

Who almost played Anakin?

Leonardo DiCaprio was almost cast as Anakin Skywalker in Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones, but this is why he ultimately decided against taking the role. Anakin has become one of the most famous and divisive characters in the Star Wars galaxy.

Who was originally cast as Darth Maul?

Darth Maul, later known simply as Maul, is a character in the Star Wars franchise. He first appeared in the 1999 film Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace (portrayed by Ray Park and voiced by Peter Serafinowicz) as a powerful Sith Lord and Darth Sidious' first apprentice.

Who turned down the role of Princess Leia?

Jodie Foster could have been Princess Leia in the "Star Wars" franchise. During a Jan. 17 appearance on "The Tonight Show," Foster said she was offered the iconic role when she was younger but she turned it down to star in a Disney movie. "They were going for a younger Princess Leia but I had a conflict," she said.

Who turned down the voice of Yoda in Star Wars?

Jim Henson had originally been contacted by Lucas about possibly performing Yoda. Henson was preoccupied and instead suggested Oz be assigned as the chief puppeteer of the character, as well as a creative consultant.

Who fired first Han Solo?

In the original version of this scene, Han shoots Greedo dead. Later versions are edited so that Greedo attempts to fire at Han first. Director George Lucas altered the scene to give Solo more justification for acting in self-defense.

Who was supposed to be Indiana Jones?

Harrison Ford was asked how he came to play the now-famous character. Surprisingly, the 80-year-old actor was not the first choice. "How I got the job? Tom Selleck had the job, but he also incurred an obligation to do a television series and he was unable to get out of that contract.

Was Tom Selleck offered the role of Indiana Jones?

Tom Selleck was offered the Indiana Jones role but couldn't do it. He has no regrets. Of course, it ended up becoming one of Harrison Ford's defining roles.

Who auditioned for Princess Leia?

In the fourth draft it was established that "Leia Organa" came instead from Alderaan. Fisher was 19 when she was cast as Princess Leia, with actresses including Amy Irving, Cindy Williams and Jodie Foster also up for the role.

Who turned down Luke Skywalker?

Kurt Russell, Luke Skywalker

He was up for the role of either Han Solo or Luke Skywalker, but bailed on the project entirely to join the ABC western The Quest which ended up being canceled after one season.

How many actors auditioned for Anakin Skywalker?

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Who turned down the Indiana Jones role?

Harrison Ford took the lead role in the franchise as the archeologist, but it could've been Tom Selleck. Karen Allen, who played Marion Ravenwood opposite Ford as Indiana Jones, revealed the Friends alum's TV career forced him to turn down the gig. "Tom Selleck had been cast, and then it turned out Magnum P.I.

Who else auditioned for Obi Wan Kenobi?

Who auditioned for Poe Dameron?

Not many names have been released when it came to who auditioned for the role of Poe, but there was immense speculation that Michael B. Jordan and Michael Fassbender were considered (Fassbender has confirmed that he discussed a role with Abrams, and Jordan has said that he auditioned for an unspecified role).

Who was offered Han Solo before Harrison Ford?

Pacino was not the only actor considered for the role of Han Solo before Ford came along. A pre-Rocky Sylvester Stallone, Christopher Walken, Burt Reynolds and Nick Nolte were also in the running.

What is Han Solo's real last name?

Since Han lacked a surname and family, he dubbed himself "Han Solo" in the absence of a surname. Approving Han's application, he told Han to proceed to Transport ID-83 to the Imperial Flight Academy on Carida, promising Han that he would be flying in no time.

Who was a higher rank, Luke or Han?

In The Empire Strikes Back, Luke was a commander, while Han was referred to as a captain. It's possible the scoundrel was addressed as such due to being noncommittal and serving as a pilot, but a hero as accomplished as Han would surely deserve equal standing with Luke.