Alec Guinness - Trivia

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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

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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