Crazy Little-Known Facts about "The Godfather" Franchise

Duking it Out for Michael Corleone

It's no secret that Hollywood's best wanted a part in this famous film franchise. Agents were duking it out left and right for the people that they represented to get a slice of this film. Everyone knew how big it was going to be before the script was even finished!

Only One Survived

Burt Lancaster tried to get Don Corleone and failed. He's not the only one who failed to get a role! Jack Nicholson, Dustin Hoffman, and Warren Beatty wanted to portray Michael Corleone. Obviously, they all failed and Al Pacino got the part (which was perfect, mind you.)

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.