Gene Hackman turned down these huge film roles including Hannibal Lecter

Gene Hackman turned down these huge film roles including Hannibal Lecter

Hollywood mourns the loss of Gene Hackman, a master of his craft. Here's a look at the roles he declined over the years.

Some are more comical, others more sentimental, in addition to those already famous for 'The Conversation', 'The Violent Arm of the Law' and 'The Ruthless'

He was one of the greatest actors of his generation, but many remember him for marginal parts such as that of the blind hermit in 'Frankenstein Junior'

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Gene Hackman Didn't Think He Was Right For One Of His Most Iconic Roles

The late, great Gene Hackman became a movie star thanks to his Oscar-winning work in The French Connection, but the actor himself felt the role was a tough fit.