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 Who was considered for The Odd Couple?

Frank Sinatra
Sinatra's friendship with producer Howard Koch unraveled when Sinatra lost the role he badly wanted in the movie version of Neil Simon's play. Reportedly, the singer-actor wanted too much money.
Actor who got the part: Walter Matthau

Billy Wilder
The great director had planned to direct the movie version.
Actor who got the part: Gene Saks



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