Who turned down the lead role in Godfather?

Who turned down the lead role in Godfather?

Jack Nicholson refused to appear in ‘The Godfather’ #OnThisDay 1982, Jack Nicholson discussed why he turned down the lead in The Godfather. The media could not be played. Michael Corleone and Pacino mutually benefitted one another. The role made Pacino a superstar, while Pacino made the part a classic.

Who were the male actors in The Godfather?

Al Pacino (Michael Corleone). Marlon Brando (Don Vito Corleone). James Caan (Sonny Corleone). Robert Duvall (Tom Hagen). Talia Shire (Connie). Diane Keaton (Kay Adams). John Cazale (Fredo).

Who was originally cast as Michael Corleone?

Michael Corleone

Who passed away from The Godfather?

James Caan, star of “The Godfather,” “Elf” and “Misery,” died earlier this July due to heart problems. According to the actor’s death certificate obtained by TMZ, Caan died of a heart attack and coronary artery disease. He was 82 years old.