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Fast Times at Ridgemont High

Casting What-Ifs

Alternate directors and a large casting pool are reported, with a disputed Spicoli story.

In the discussion (4)
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  • Lynch was reportedly recommended; Bateman reportedly declined Linda because of Family Ties. Her suitability is supported and the alternate naming story is a joke. — Bill Simmons
  • Cage was reportedly too young for Brad. The alleged Bradrick offer as Spicoli is challenged as a distorted version of general interest; Penn reportedly read both roles. — Bill Simmons
  • Foster allegedly declined Stacy to stay at college, with initial doubt expressed; Sheedy, Tilly and Machio are other audition claims, with names retained as transcribed. — Bill Simmons
  • Gwyn reportedly declined the teacher because the film was too nasty; his later familiar role is noted. — Bill Simmons
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