Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt is an outstanding actor and one can see the hard work and dedication he puts into his performances. His work as Arthur in Christopher Nolan’s 2010 blockbuster hit, Inception, was sensational. However, there was another actor that almost took that role from him.
James Franco, who is well-known for playing Harry Osborn in Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man movies, was supposed to play Arthur in Christopher Nolan’s $836 million movie. If you look at it now, it seems like Joseph Gordon-Levitt was perfect for the role. This wasn’t the last time he worked with Nolan as he starred in Nolan’s 2012 film, The Dark Knight Rises, as well.
James Franco almost starred in Inception (2010)
Arthur played a crucial role in Christopher Nolan’s $836 million movie, Inception (2010), so selecting the best actor to portray the role was an important task. Initially, actor James Franco was selected to play the part, however, reports say that Franco wasn’t available due to “scheduling conflicts.” Franco is well-known for his work in Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man movies.
Actor Joseph Gordon-Levitt was then approached and he accepted to play the role. Without a doubt, the actor did a great job as fans loved the character.
Inception was a success
Joseph Gordon-Levitt did an amazing job of portraying the character. The actor won several prestigious awards for his role, including a People’s Choice Award. Inception was a critical and commercial success.
Its innovative storytelling, visual effects, and ensemble cast helped the movie become a fan favorite. The movie received eight Academy Award nominations and won in the categories of Best Cinematography, Best Sound Editing, Best Sound Mixing, and Best Visual Effects. On a budget of $160 million, the movie managed to gross over $836 million.
Joseph Gordon-Levitt gained popularity in the late 1990s
Joseph Gordon-Levitt was clear about his goals since he was a child. He began his career as a child actor in the late 1980s and early 1990s, appearing in television shows like Family Ties and Dark Shadows. His role as Tommy Solomon in the sitcom 3rd Rock from the Sun (1996-2001) helped him gain popularity.
He went on to star in several hits like 10 Things I Hate About You (1999), Mysterious Skin (2004), Brick (2005), and The Lookout (2007) and became a well-known name in the entertainment industry. He is also known to be a prominent filmmaker as well. His talent, versatility, and passion for storytelling continue to make him a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.
Source: MTV
