Who was almost cast as Obi-Wan?

Joseph Fiennes Nearly Played Obi-Wan Kenobi – and Tells Us How He Lost the Role (Exclusive)

Who was considered for the role of Anakin Skywalker?

In it, we saw Jake Lloyd’s audition for Anakin Skywalker. But also those of his two runners up as well. And there seemed to be a general consensus among the fandom that one young actor, Devon Michael, nailed his readings. And that they probably should have cast him as the Chosen One.

Who was originally casted as Maul?

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Was Toshiro Mifune in Star Wars?

It seems that Lucas was intent on having Mifune appear in his film, going so far as to offer the role of Darth Vader to him, but it wasn’t meant to be. Mifune turned down both role offers and never appeared in a Star Wars film.

Who else auditioned for Han Solo?

Among those who tried out for the role of Han Solo, according to Mental Floss, were Sylvestor Stallone, Christopher Walken, and Kurt Russell. Al Pacino was offered the part, to which he declined, and he’s not the only A-lister who did so.

Was Toshiro Mifune Chinese?

Toshiro Mifune achieved more worldwide fame than any other Japanese actor of his century. He was born in Tsingtao, China, to Japanese parents and grew up in Dalian. He did not set foot in Japan until he was 21.

How tall is Toshiro Mifune?

5′ 9″
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Who was considered for Star Wars Obi-Wan Kenobi?

George Lucas considered Toshiro Mifune, who played the general in The Hidden Fortress, for the analogous role of Obi-Wan Kenobi in Star Wars (Credit: Criterion) A long time ago…

Did George Lucas want Toshiro Mifune to play Obi-Wan Kenobi?

According to a famous bit of Star Wars trivia, Lucas even wanted actor Toshiro Mifune, who starred in many Kurosawa films, to act in Star Wars. The trivia, which has been repeated for years now, says that Lucas tried to get Mifune to play Obi-Wan Kenobi—something that Lucas confirmed. The choice makes sense.

What if Toshiro Mifune had played Star Wars differently?

Had things gone differently with Toshiro Mifune, Star Wars would have had a different Obi-Wan Kenobi… and Darth Vader! The genesis of the original Star Wars film has spawned more than its share of mythical legends.

What is the Japanese influence in Star Wars?

The Japanese influence in Star Wars is no accident. George Lucas’ hero is acclaimed filmmaker Akira Kurosawa, and he was inspired by the Japanese director’s films, such as The Hidden Fortress. According to a famous bit of Star Wars trivia, Lucas even wanted actor Toshiro Mifune, who starred in many Kurosawa films, to act in Star Wars.

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