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 Who was considered for Backdraft?

Johnny Depp
Johnny Depp was reportedly slated to get the part that went to William Baldwin, but he turned it down.
Actor who got the part: William Baldwin

Anjelica Huston
According to his agent, Anjelica Huston was offered the role of Jennifer; however, she was very busy doing "The Addams Family".
Actor who got the part: Jennifer Jason Leigh

Val Kilmer
Val Kilmer turned down the lead role.
Actor who got the part: William Baldwin

Brad Pitt
Pitt was reportedly considered for the lead role.
Actor who got the part: William Baldwin

Dennis Quaid
According to Empire magazine, Quaid turned down the role that eventually went to Kurt Russell.
Actor who got the part: Kurt Russell

Meg Ryan
Turned down the female lead role.
Actor who got the part: Jennifer Jason Leigh



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