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 Who was considered for Cape Fear?

Christina Applegate
Was considered for the role of Danielle, but backed out due to scheduling conflicts from "Married with Children".
Actor who got the part: Juliette Lewis

Harrison Ford
Ford auditioned for the lead role of Sam Bowden and nearly got the part.
Actor who got the part: Nick Nolte

Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman lobbied for the role of the daughter but Scorsese preferred a younger actress.
Actor who got the part: Juliette Lewis

Alyssa Milano
Turned down the role of Danielle due to pressure from "Who's the Boss?" fellow cast member Tony Danza.
Actor who got the part: Juliette Lewis

Robert Redford
Robert Redford turned down for the lead role of Sam Bowden
Actor who got the part: Nick Nolte

Reese Witherspoon
Witherspoon auditioned for the role of Danielle Bowden.
Actor who got the part: Juliette Lewis



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