Roles turned down by Cate Blanchett:
Cate Blanchett was considered to play Roxie Hart.
Actor who got the part: Renée Zellweger
Cate Blanchett was set to play the part of Anna, but dropped out to raise her family.
Actor who got the part: Julia Roberts
Blanchett was considered for the role of Ada.
Actor who got the part: Nicole Kidman
Had been talked about to co-star with Brad Pitt in the sci-fi drama directed by Darren Aronofsky.
Actor who got the part: Rachel Weisz
Considered to take on the role of Clarice in Hannibal.
Actor who got the part: Julianne Moore
Blanchett turned down the role of Agatha.
Actor who got the part: Samantha Morton
Was considered for the WWII nurse role eventually played by Kate Beckinsale.
Actor who got the part: Kate Beckinsale
Cate Blanchett was offered the lead role.
Actor who got the part: Angelina Jolie
Cate Blanchett was considered for the lead role.
Actor who got the part: Robin Wright Penn
Did you know that Cate Blanchett was not the only choice for these movies? (click to learn more)
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