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These Stars Were Paid For Movies They Weren't In

Allvipp Newsroom / March 11, 2025 - 11:50 pm

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Tobey Maguire

Tobey Maguire for 'Life of Pi' (2012):Director Ang Lee replaced Maguire with Rafe Spall to maintain an international cast.Maguire, although absent from the final film, earned his paycheck for the work he contributed.

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Johnny Depp

Johnny Depp for 'Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore' (2022):

Depp filmed one scene as "Gellert Grindelwald" before being replaced, but his contract secured his full $16 million salary.
Legal disputes led to Mads Mikkelsen taking on the role, leaving Depp with a paycheck for his brief appearance.

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Harrison Ford

Harrison Ford for 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' (1982):

Ford's cameo as a school principal was filmed but ultimately left on the editing room floor.
Although the scene didn't make it to the final cut, Ford likely received compensation for his brief appearance.

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Kevin Spacey

Kevin Spacey for 'All the Money in the World' (2017):

Amid sexual misconduct allegations, Spacey was removed, and Christopher Plummer took his place.
Despite being cut, Spacey, having fulfilled his contract, received full payment for his role.

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Kevin Costner

Kevin Costner for 'The Big Chill' (1983):

Cast in flashback scenes as a deceased character, Costner's moments were omitted from the final edit.
Costner's portrayal of a character hardly seen didn't go unpaid, showcasing the quirks of Hollywood compensation.

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Shailene Woodley

Shailene Woodley for 'The Amazing Spider-Man 2' (2014):

Cast as "Mary-Jane Watson", Woodley filmed three scenes but found her role snipped and completely re-cast.

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'Back to the Future'

Eric Stoltz for 'Back to the Future' (1985):

Initially cast as "Marty McFly", Stoltz's six weeks of filming were scrapped when Michael J. Fox took over.
The studio, faced with the cost of two actors, paid both Stoltz and Fox for their contributions to the iconic film.

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Paul Rudd

Paul Rudd for 'Bridesmaids' (2011):

Rudd's scene as the blind date was left on the cutting room floor, yet he didn't leave empty-handed.
The actor received his paycheck, proving that even unseen moments have a price tag.

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Tim Roth for 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' (2019):

Tarantino's decision to cut Roth's scenes as a British butler didn't prevent the actor from receiving compensation.
Despite the omission, Roth's contribution was recognized in his paycheck.

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Nicholas Cage

Nicolas Cage for 'Superman Lives':

The ill-fated 'Superman Lives' never materialized, but Cage reportedly received $20 million for his intended portrayal.
Despite the film's demise, Cage's paycheck reflected his commitment to the role.

Actors command staggering paychecks, often earning millions for their on-screen contributions. However, the unpredictable nature of the film industry sometimes results in actors receiving compensation for movies in which their presence never graces the final cut.

These Actors Were Paid For Films They Were Not In

Whether due to scenes being axed, actors being replaced, or unforeseen circumstances altering the course of production, these instances reveal a fascinating side of the entertainment world. Intrigued? Dive into the intriguing stories of actors who secured paychecks for roles that never made it to the silver screen.

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