From turning down a $250 million payday on Avatar to passing on The Dark Knight, Oscar winner Matt Damon walked away from major blockbusters. Here are ten roles Matt Damon almost played.
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10 Famous Movie Roles Almost Played by Matt Damon
8. Harvey Dent In The Dark KnightChristopher Nolan offered Damon Two-Face before Aaron Eckhart was cast.
7. Jake Sully In AvatarDamon turned down a 10% backend deal worth over $250 million.
6. Ennis Del Mar In Brokeback MountainGus Van Sant developed the romance with Damon before Ang Lee took over.
5. Matt Murdock In DaredevilDamon loved the comic but lacked faith in the first-time director's vision.
4. James T. Kirk In Star TrekJ.J. Abrams considered Damon for Captain Kirk before casting Chris Pine.
3. The Kid In The Quick And The DeadSam Raimi auditioned Damon before Sharon Stone insisted on DiCaprio.
2. Dan White In MilkGus Van Sant offered Damon the assassin role before Josh Brolin was cast.
1. Micky Ward In The FighterDamon spent years developing the boxing drama with Mark Wahlberg.
