Casting What-Ifs
Albert Brooks declined Harry; Susan Dey, Elizabeth Perkins, Elizabeth McGovern, and Molly Ringwald were considered for Sally, with the panel strongly preferring the released pair.
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- Albert Brooks reportedly declined because the project felt too similar to Woody Allen and Broadcast News territory.
- Susan Dey is reported as Rob Reiner’s first Sally choice.
- Elizabeth Perkins and Elizabeth McGovern were reportedly considered.
- Molly Ringwald reportedly had a scheduling conflict; the panel rejects her as a poor match with Crystal.
- Meg Ryan gave up Shelby in Steel Magnolias to play Sally, opening that role for Julia Roberts.