Russell Crowe Reflects on Turning Down Iconic Role in 'The Lord of the Rings'
Crowe reveals why he declined the role of Aragorn, citing a lack of enthusiasm from director Peter Jackson.
- Crowe sensed that Peter Jackson already had another actor in mind for Aragorn.
- He felt the studio, not Jackson, was leading the casting decision.
- Crowe has no regrets about his decision, believing it was the right call.
- Viggo Mortensen ultimately played Aragorn, a role that became iconic.
- Crowe recently commented on the collaborative nature of big studio films.
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