Who was considered for The Last Picture Show?
The Oscar-winning actress was seriously considered by Peter Bogdanovich for the role of the sexy, adulterous, wealthy wife and mother.
Actor who got the part: Ellen Burstyn
Director Peter Bogdanovich seriously considered her for the role of the wealthy, sexy, adulterous wife and mother.
Actor who got the part: Ellen Burstyn
Considered for the role of "Sonny."
Actor who got the part: Sam Bottoms
The beloved cowboy hero and western music artist auditioned for the role of "Sam the Lion."
Actor who got the part: Ben Johnson
Director Peter Bogdanovich considered her for the role of beautiful, spoiled, sad "Jacy Farrow."
Actor who got the part: Cybill Shepherd
He was among the several top actors sought by director Peter Bogdanovich to play the wise, tough "Sam the Lion."
Actor who got the part: Ben Johnson
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