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Roles turned down by Ewan McGregor:
Ewan McGregor was reportedly the original choice to play Jim.
Actor who got the part: Cillian Murphy
McGregor was considered for the role of Will.
Actor who got the part: Hugh Grant
In an earlier form of the project, McGregor was a favorite to portray Jonathan Crane/Scarecrow.
Actor who got the part: Cillian Murphy
The actor and director Danny Boyle had a professional falling out over this project which McGregor has said in interviews was offered to him first.
Actor who got the part: Leonardo DiCaprio
Ewan McGregor was reportedly one of the producers' first choices, but he turned it down.
Actor who got the part: Daniel Craig
Considered at one point for the role of Basher Tarr.
Actor who got the part: Don Cheadle
Was considered to play Will Turner.
Actor who got the part: Orlando Bloom
Did you know that Ewan McGregor was not the only choice for these movies? (click to learn more)
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