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Did you mean: Breakfast at Tiffany's?
Who was considered for Breakfast at Tiffany's?
Audrey Hepburn was unfamiliar with Frankenheimer's work and therefore uneasy about his abilities, so the director was paid off and a new director brought on.
Actor who got the part: Blake Edwards
Shirley MacLaine turned down the lead role of Holly Golightly.
Actor who got the part: Audrey Hepburn
Virginia Mayo was considered for the supporting part of Mrs. Failenson, but Neal was cast. Mayo thought Neal was better in the role than she would have been.
Actor who got the part: Patricia Neal
McQueen was offered the role of Paul 'Fred' Varjak but had a previous commitment.
Actor who got the part: George Peppard
Monroe was replaced by Audrey Hepburn for the lead role.
Actor who got the part: Audrey Hepburn
Kim Novak turned down the lead.
Actor who got the part: Audrey Hepburn
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