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 Roles turned down by Eli Wallach:

From Here to Eternity
Had been cast as "Pvt. Angelo Maggio" but left to accept his Broadway role for Elia Kazan in "Camino Real."
Actor who got the part: Frank Sinatra

Oklahoma!
The fine character actor was suggested for the dark role of ranch hand "Jud Fry."
Actor who got the part: Rod Steiger






Did you know that Eli Wallach was not the only choice for these movies? (click to learn more)
» The Godfather: Part III
» The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
» How to Steal a Million

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