Steven Spielberg Explains How Tom Selleck Nearly Played Indiana Jones over Harrison Ford: 'We Wanted Tom'

‘We wanted Tom’ — Steven Spielberg on the star who almost played Indiana Jones

Steven Spielberg on the star who almost played Indiana Jones: ‘We wanted Tom’

Tom Selleck missed out on iconic role due to contractual obligations with network behind Magnum PI

The Surprising Actor Steven Spielberg First Envisioned As Indiana Jones

C Flanigan/imageSPACE / MEGA Steven Spielberg‘s Indiana Jones has become one of the most iconic roles in film history, shaping the adventure genre for generations. However, the legendary archaeologist nearly took a different path due to casting considerations, and as Spielberg shared, Harrison Ford wasn’t the first choice. In a recent interview, the director detailed how a contract issue prevented his chosen actor from taking the part, which ult…

Steven Spielberg explains how Tom Selleck nearly played Indiana Jones over Harrison Ford: 'We wanted Tom'

The filmmaker said he "wouldn't have let" Selleck star in the film with his mustache, and explains why the casting didn't work out.Tom Selleck; Harrison Ford as Indiana JonesCredit: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty; Paramount/courtesy Everett CollectionKey PointsSteven Spielberg revealed that he and George Lucas initially offered Tom Selleck the role of Indiana Jones."We wanted Tom. We gave Tom the part," the director said.Spielberg later explained w…

Steven Spielberg Explains Why Tom Selleck Had To Drop Out Of Indiana Jones

Steven Spielberg shares his take on what led to Tom Selleck having to turn down the role of Indiana Jones, paving the way for Harrison Ford's casting.

Spielberg says Tom Selleck was first choice before TV deal blocked Indy role

Steven Spielberg has spent decades shaping movie history, but even he knows how close it can come to turning out differently. In a recent interview, the legendary director shared a detail that stopped longtime film fans in their tracks: Tom Selleck was originally chosen to play Indiana Jones before Harrison Ford ever put on the fedora. The revelation did not come from rumor or old studio gossip. Spielberg himself confirmed that he and George Luc…