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 Who was considered for The Day the Earth Stood Still?

Jack Palance
Studio titan Daryl F. Zanuck suggested Palance for the role of the robot "Gort."
Actor who got the part: Lock Martin

Spencer Tracy
Director Robert Wise wanted Tracey for the part ot "Klaatu", but he turned it down because he didn't want to play second fiddle to a giant robot.
Actor who got the part: Michael Rennie



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