15 Actors Almost Cast In 2015's Biggest Movies

2015 is most certainly going to be a banner year for cinema, what with so many highly anticipated blockbuster sequels and even a few original projects on the way. Owing to the fickle nature of Hollywood, however, many of the iconic roles to be depicted this year were very nearly played by other actors before landing with their current pick. Some choices will surprise no-one and most likely would've been great, and others are... well, see for yourselves. From handsome up-and-coming actors nearly landing huge superhero roles to other near-miss casting choices that it's difficult to understand at all, these 15 actors were very nearly cast in the year's biggest movies, from giant-budget Hollywood blockbusters to films sure to be landing on the awards circuit later in the year. This article will not just run down the circumstances by which the actor didn't obtain the role, but also attempt to determine whether or not the casting department made the right decision with their ultimate pick. These actors would no doubt have changed each movie significantly, but the question lingers: would it have been for better or for worse? It's time to find out: here are 15 actors almost cast in 2015's biggest movies...