Anne Bancroft was considered for the role of Aurora Greenway in Terms of Endearment.

Basinger turned down the supporting role of Debra Winger's best friend, and chose intead to do a larger role in "The Man Who Loved Women."

Louise Fletcher was considered to play the role of Aurora Greenway in Terms of Endearment.

Harrison Ford turned down the role of Garrett Breedlove.

Jennifer Jones originally owned the book rights and had planned to play Aurora in the mid '70s.

Newman turned down the role of Garrett Breedlove.

The character of Garrett Breedlove was created for Reynolds by writer/director James L. Brooks. Reynolds was already committed to star in "Stroker Ace."

Spacek was considered for the role of Emma.