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.
In the discussion (5)
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- Albert Brooks reportedly declined because the project felt too similar to Woody Allen and Broadcast News territory. — Bill Simmons
- Susan Dey is reported as Rob Reiner’s first Sally choice. — Bill Simmons
- Elizabeth Perkins and Elizabeth McGovern were reportedly considered. — Bill Simmons
- Molly Ringwald reportedly had a scheduling conflict; the panel rejects her as a poor match with Crystal. — Bill Simmons
- Meg Ryan gave up Shelby in Steel Magnolias to play Sally, opening that role for Julia Roberts. — Bill Simmons