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 Roles turned down by Alec Guinness:

The Bridge on the River Kwai
Alec Guinness initially turned down the great role in the David Lean-directed masterpiece.
Actor who got the part: Alec Guinness

Gandhi
Originally considered for the lead role.
Actor who got the part: Ben Kingsley

A Man for All Seasons
Guinness was the studio's original choice to play Cardinal Wolsey.
Actor who got the part: Orson Welles

Murder on the Orient Express
Offered the plum role of "Poirot," but was unavailable.
Actor who got the part: Albert Finney






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