Casting Calls

Stephen Amell is front and center in "Arrow," but did you know that the part was almost played by "This Is Us" star Justin Hartley? Take a look at all the stars who could've been part of the Arrowverse.

Who almost played Captain Marvel

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, a who's who of Hollywood stars lined up for the three part conclusion to one of the greatest franchises of all time. So who was the force strongest with for the latest 'Star Wars' trilogy?

They're one of the most famous casts in television history - they'll be there for you when the rain starts to pour - but they weren't there in the beginning. So who else almost starred in "Friends"?

It's been 15 years since we all left Middle Earth and 'The Lord of the Rings' - but some actors never got there to begin with. Which stars were almost cast in the epic trilogy?

Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman are some of the most iconic superheroes ever, and have been played by Hollywood legends. So it should be no surprise how many big names have nearly donned those capes.

Jim Carrey as Buddy the Elf? It almost happened! Check out who else almost starred in your favorite Christmas movies.

From 'American Psycho' to 'Batman Begins' to 'Vice', Christian Bale is a bonafide A-list star. But he missed out on plenty of huge roles along the way. So what were they?

'The Shawshank Redemption' - IMDb's top-rated movie of all time - almost had an entirely different cast behind those legendary bars. But which stars missed out?

Jake Gyllenhaal has famously donned a cowboy hat, combat gear, and even a bubble - but never a cape, although he's come very close. What roles has he missed out on?

Some of Hollywood's biggest stars played pro or college football, so experiencing the wins - and especially the losses - hopefully prepared them for the casting process. But what roles did The Rock and Channing Tatum, amongst others, miss out on?

Usually, walking dead into an audition is a bad thing - unless it's casting for "The Walking Dead" - which has left many name actors moaning in disappointment over the years. Who missed out on the franchise?

'Titanic' was massive on every level, and that included the casting process. From Matthew McConaughey to Angelina Jolie, dozens of A-listers were considered. Who else missed out on the role of a lifetime?

Which fellow Avenger was almost cast as T'Challa? Take a look at 12 A-Listers who almost starred in 'Black Panther.'

J.J. Abrams' "Lost" almost had an entirely different cast. See which A-listers missed out on one of the most popular TV shows of all time.

Though he has over 180 acting credits, which roles has Hollywood's coolest mother- Samuel L. Jackson missed out on?

Which A-list actors were supposed to play A-list rock stars?

Jason Bateman, Tony Hale, Jeffrey Tambor and more helped establish "Arrested Development" as a critical darling. See which other actors were almost cast in the cult classic.

Quentin Tarantino's landmark 'Pulp Fiction' hit theaters 25 years ago, reviving and launching numerous careers. But the now-legendary cast, including John Travolta and Samuel L. Jackson, almost looked completely different.

Will Smith is known for his iconic roles in 'Independence Day,' 'Men in Black' and 'Bad Boys.' See which other movies almost got the Will Smith treatment.