Casting What-Ifs
Curtis, Haven, Hamilton, Fisher; Kristel as Gloria
In the discussion (5)
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- Jamie Lee Curtis is a rumored alternative, but Griffith is considered a better fit.
- Annette Haven was considered and tested, contributed dialogue and advice, but Griffith’s test was stronger; Haven’s intelligence is contrasted with the role’s need for comic energy.
- Linda Hamilton reportedly declined Holly for The Terminator, prompting speculation about swapping the careers and whether Griffith could have played Sarah Connor.
- Curtis reportedly declined after Griffith introduced her; Fisher and Tatum O’Neal are less certain possibilities. Fisher’s cynical intelligence might fit Holly and break her Star Wars image.
- Sylvia Kristel was reportedly wanted for Gloria but unavailable; discussion of her drinking problems raises doubt about the fit.