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 Roles turned down by Laura Dern:

The Accidental Tourist
The producer's first choice was actually Laura Dern before Geena Davis.
Actor who got the part: Geena Davis

At Play in The Fields of The Lord
Dern was the first choice for the Daryl Hannah role, but backed out at the last minute.
Actor who got the part: Daryl Hannah

Benny & Joon
Laura Dern was considered for the lead role.
Actor who got the part: Mary Stuart Masterson

Dracula
Laura Dern turned down the role of Elisabeta.
Actor who got the part: Winona Ryder

Enchanted
Considered to play Giselle.
Actor who got the part: Amy Adams

The Exorcist
Auditioned for the role of Regan McNeil.
Actor who got the part: Linda Blair

The Fly
Was strongly considered for the role of Veronica Quaife.
Actor who got the part: Geena Davis

A League of Their Own
Laura Dern turned down a role in the film.

My Best Friend's Wedding
Laura Dern was reportedly considered to play Kimberly Wallace.
Actor who got the part: Cameron Diaz

Panic Room
After Nicole Kidman backed out, Laura Dern was considered to play the lead.
Actor who got the part: Jodie Foster

Pulp Fiction
Laura Dern was considered for the role of Mia Wallace.
Actor who got the part: Uma Thurman

Waking Up Reno
Laura Dern turned down a role in the film.

Working Girl
Was considered for the role of Tess McGill, but producers turned her down because she was too young.
Actor who got the part: Melanie Griffith






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