McKellen wasn't the first choice.
Summary SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT The Lord of the Rings star Ian McKellen, who plays Gandalf, recalls the major stars who passed on the role before it was ultimately offered to him. Based on the beloved fantasy novels by author J.R.R. Tolkien, Peter Jackson's first film in the trilogy was released in 2001, with the story ultimately concluding in 2003.
“I don’t think you’re ever the first choice. I certainly wasn’t the first choice for Gandalf. Tony Hopkins turned it down. Sean Connery certainly did. They’re all coming out of the woodwork now, and I hope they feel silly.”
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