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 Who was considered for Murder on the Orient Express?

Ingrid Bergman
Sidney Lumet wanted Ingrid Bergman for the regal, formidible role of Princess Dragimiroff. Bergman was instead interested in playing the timid Swedish nurse, Miss Olson. Her instincts were right, as she won a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for the role!.
Actor who got the part: Wendy Hiller

Alec Guinness
Offered the plum role of "Poirot," but was unavailable.
Actor who got the part: Albert Finney

Paul Scofield
Declined the role of the wily detective "Poirot."
Actor who got the part: Albert Finney



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