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Who was considered for Ordinary People?
Ann-Margret tested for the part that eventually went to Mary Tyler Moore.
Actor who got the part: Mary Tyler Moore
Bruce Dern was considered for the role of Calvin.
Actor who got the part: Donald Sutherland
Michael J. Fox reportedly auditioned for the role later played by Timothy Hutton.
Actor who got the part: Timothy Hutton
Gene Hackman was actually given the role of Dr. Berger but later dropped out.
Actor who got the part: Judd Hirsch
Ken Howard was considered for the role of Calvin.
Actor who got the part: Donald Sutherland
Lee Remick was one of the original stars pursued in Robert Redford's ORDINARY PEOPLE. Mary Tyler Moore eventually won the Oscar nominated role.
Actor who got the part: Mary Tyler Moore
Director Robert Redford had Sutherland in mind to play the psychiatrist; Sutherland convinced Redford that he was better suited for the Cal role.
Actor who got the part: Judd Hirsch
Natalie Wood campaigned for the starring role, but director Robert Redford ultimately cast Mary Tyler Moore.
Actor who got the part: Mary Tyler Moore
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