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Roles turned down by Sissy Spacek:
Sissy Spacek is said to have originally been the top choice for the role of Milena.
Actor who got the part: Theresa Russell
Sissy Spacek was actually pursued to play the role of Chris Harginson that went to Nancy Allen. She rethought the role and auditioned to play Carrie with grease in her hair and old clothes. She got the part.
Actor who got the part: Nancy Allen
Sissy Spacek was considered for for the role of Frances Farmer.
Actor who got the part: Jessica Lange
Sissy Spacek auditioned for the role of Lilly Dillon.
Actor who got the part: Anjelica Huston
Director Peter Bogdanovich considered her for the role of beautiful, spoiled, sad "Jacy Farrow."
Actor who got the part: Cybill Shepherd
Sissy Spacek was reportedly considered for the role of Cora.
Actor who got the part: Jessica Lange
Sissy Spacek was first choice to play lead.
Actor who got the part: Marylin Chambers
Sissy Spacek auditioned for the role of Myra.
Actor who got the part: Laurie Heineman
Spacek was considered for the role of Emma.
Actor who got the part: Debra Winger
Sissy was cast as cowgirl Sissy Davis when filming was delayed when John Travolta's dog bit him, and the part recast.
Actor who got the part: Debra Winger
Did you know that Sissy Spacek was not the only choice for these movies? (click to learn more)
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