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 Who was considered for The Postman Always Rings Twice?

Linda Blair
Blair was reportedly considered for the role of Madge.
Actor who got the part: Anjelica Huston

Lindsay Crouse
Did a screen test for the sexy role of "Cora," the frustrated wife married to an older man in this movie version of the classic James M. Cain thriller.
Actor who got the part: Jessica Lange

Elia Kazan
The great director did a screen test for the role of Greek cafe owner "Nick Papadakis" in this movie version of James L. Cain's classic and sexy thriller.
Actor who got the part: John Colicos

Theresa Russell
Russell turned down the lead role claiming "boyfriend troubles" prevented her from accepting.
Actor who got the part: Jessica Lange

Sissy Spacek
Sissy Spacek was reportedly considered for the role of Cora.
Actor who got the part: Jessica Lange

Meryl Streep
Turned down the steamy role of the frustrated backwater wife, "Cora" in this remake of the classic James M. Cain thriller.
Actor who got the part: Jessica Lange

Raquel Welch
Raquel Welch was considered for the role.



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