Amanda Seyfried Reflects on Declining Gamora Role in Marvel's 'Guardians of the Galaxy'

Seyfried turned down the role over concerns about the film’s potential failure, extensive makeup demands, and lengthy filming commitments, ultimately expressing no regrets about her decision.

Amanda Seyfried was offered the role of Gamora in Marvel's 2014 film 'Guardians of the Galaxy' but declined due to multiple concerns, including the risk of the film being a box office failure.
Seyfried cited the extensive makeup process and the six-month filming requirement in London as additional reasons for passing on the opportunity.
She chose to star in Seth MacFarlane's 'A Million Ways to Die in the West' instead, feeling it was a better fit for her career at the time.
The role of Gamora ultimately went to Zoe Saldaña, whose portrayal became iconic and spanned multiple Marvel films, contributing to the franchise's success.
Seyfried reiterated in a recent podcast interview that she does not regret her decision, stating it was the right choice for her career and personal preferences at the time.