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 Who was considered for The Harvey Girls?

Edward Arnold
First choice for evil Judge Purvis.
Actor who got the part: Preston Foster

Joan Crawford
When this film was to be made as a straight western, Joan Crawford was considered to co-star opposite Clark Gable.
Actor who got the part: Judy Garland

Clark Gable
Clark Gable was originally cast as Ned Trent, but it was decided that he was too old to play a love interest for Judy Garland.
Actor who got the part: John Hodiak

Ann Sothern
Ann Sothern was originally lined up for the role.
Actor who got the part: Angela Lansbury

Lana Turner
Before MGM re-invented the script as a musical comedy, "The Harvey Girls" was planned as a comedy western starring Turner.
Actor who got the part: Judy Garland



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