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 Who was considered for Fast Times at Ridgemont High?

Nicolas Cage
Nicolas Cage was cast in the roll of Brad, but he was 17 at the time and could not work at night, so he was then cast as one of Brad's friends.
Actor who got the part: Judge Rienhold

Tatum O'Neal
Turned down the role of Linda.
Actor who got the part: Phoebe Cates

Ally Sheedy
Sheedy was considered for the role of Stacy.
Actor who got the part: Jennifer Jason Leigh

Eric Stoltz
Eric Stoltz was in the lead for the roll of Jeff Spicolli. When Sean Penn showed interest, the role went to him instead.
Actor who got the part: Sean Penn

Meg Tilly
Both Tilly and Sheedy auditioned for the role of Stacy which went to Jennifer Jason Leigh.
Actor who got the part: Jennifer Jason Leigh



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