In her autobiography, Blair says she was thought of for this role, which she said was sily of her to think she'd get it as McGuire was so perfect in it on stage and then screen.

Joan Fontaine was tested for the role of Claudia Naughton, among many other actresses.

Cary Grant turned down the role feeling that the female role was the really important one.

Jones was almost cast by her mentor in this film, but Dorothy McGuire got to repeat her huge stage success as Claudia Naughton.

Margaret Sullavan tested for the role of Claudia Naughton.

Yet another girl next door actress considered for this great role.

Loretta Young tested for the role of Claudia Naughton.