Eric Stoltz was actually hired to play Marty McFly in Back to the Future, and was replaced later with Michael J Fox.
Actor who got the part: Michael J. Fox
Eric Stoltz was in the lead for the roll of Jeff Spicolli. When Sean Penn showed interest, the role went to him instead.
Eric Stoltz was originally cast as Tim Pearson but had to leave the project.
Actor who got the part: C. Thomas Howell
Did you know that Eric Stoltz was not the only choice for this movie?
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