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 Roles turned down by Helen Mirren:

Betrayal
Helen Mirren was considered for the role of Emma. According to IMDB, it was decided that "her bum was too big for the part."
Actor who got the part: Patricia Hodge

Blue Velvet
Director David Lynch wanted her for the role but she was busy.
Actor who got the part: Isabella Rossellini

Heroes
Considered for the role of Carol Bell.
Actor who got the part: Sally Field

Straw Dogs
Considered by director Sam Peckinpah to co-star in his violent, graphic movie about a young couple exposed to brutality in rural England.
Actor who got the part: Susan George

Thelma & Louise
Considered for the role of Louise Elizabeth Sawyer.
Actor who got the part: Susan Sarandon

Valley of The Dolls
Helen Mirren auditioned for "Neely O'Hara", according to her bio.
Actor who got the part: Patty Duke






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