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 Roles turned down by Uma Thurman:

As Good as It Gets
Uma Thurman was considered for the female lead, but the producers turned her down because she was too young.
Actor who got the part: Helen Hunt

Bonfire of the Vanities
Thurman auditioned for the trophy mistress (Maria) of Tom Hank's character (Sherman McCoy).
Actor who got the part: Melanie Griffith

The Brothers Grimm
Terry Gilliam wanted Uma Thurman for the part of the Mirror Queen after having worked with her previously in the Adventures of Baron Munchausen. Thurman turned it down upon having wrapped up the grueling filming of Kill Bill, and her marriage ending, she wanted to spend time with her children.
Actor who got the part: Monica Bellucci

Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
According to IMDB, Thurman was originally going to appear in a Pulp Fiction spoof, but the idea was scrapped due to time & budget restrictions.

The Lord of the Rings: The Two Towers
Uma Thurman was originally cast as Eowyn had to drop out.
Actor who got the part: Miranda Otto

The Object of My Affection
At one time, the film was to be made with Uma Thurman and Keanu Reeves in the lead roles.
Actor who got the part: Jennifer Aniston

The Others
Uma was reportedly considered for the lead role.
Actor who got the part: Nicole Kidman

The Princess Bride
Auditioned for Buttercup, but was considered "too exotic looking."
Actor who got the part: Robin Wright Penn






Did you know that Uma Thurman was not the only choice for these movies? (click to learn more)
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» Dangerous Liaisons
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» The Producers (2005)
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