Roles turned down by Amy Irving:
Amy Irving was considered for the part of Constanze Mozart.
Was considered for the role of Michelle.
Actor who got the part: Lauren Hutton
Irving was considered for the role of Emmeline.
Actor who got the part: Brooke Shields
Amy Irving was considered too young for the role, also dating the director became problematic and resulted in Irving not being cast.
Actor who got the part: Melinda Dillon
Turned down the role of Alex Forrest.
Actor who got the part: Glenn Close
One of several actors attached at some point, because the film was in development for over 25 years.
Actor who got the part: Cameron Diaz
Amy Irving turned down the lead role.
Actor who got the part: Demi Moore
Amy Irving was reportedly considered for the role of Marion.
Actor who got the part: Karen Allen
Amy Irving auditioned and was highly considered for the role of 'Stephanie' but was dropped in favour of a lesser known Karen Lynn Gorney.
Actor who got the part: Karen Lynn Gorney
Amy Irving auditioned to play Elvira.
Actor who got the part: Michelle Pfeiffer
Amy Irving reportedly auditioned for the role of Princess Leia and ended up getting the role of Sue Snell in Carrie.
Actor who got the part: Carrie Fisher
Amy Irving turned down the role of Selma Darin.
Actor who got the part: Kathy Bates
Did you know that Amy Irving was not the only choice for these movies? (click to learn more)
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