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 Who was considered for The Shipping News?

Kelly Preston
Had been announced to costar with John Travolta in the delicate, complex role of Wavey Prowse before both stars moved on.
Actor who got the part: Julianne Moore

Meg Ryan
Meg Ryan auditioned for the lead role.
Actor who got the part: Julianne Moore

Billy Bob Thornton
One of the stars who considered starring in the movie version of the novel by E. Annie Proulx.
Actor who got the part: Kevin Spacey

John Travolta
Travolta had actually been expected to try and tackle the complex role of an emotionally battered man who returns to his family home in Newfoundland to begin again.
Actor who got the part: Kevin Spacey



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