Breaking Bad Was Initially Offered To Two Hollywood Heavyweights Before Bryan Cranston
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Key Points:
- Bryan Cranston, initially known for his comedic role in "Malcolm in the Middle," was considered an unlikely choice for the complex character Walter White in "Breaking Bad," with studios initially hesitant to cast him.
- Executives even approached John Cusack and Matthew Broderick for the role, but both declined, allowing creator Vince Gilligan to advocate for Cranston based on his dramatic performance in an episode of "The X-Files."
- Gilligan was convinced by Cranston’s guest role in the "X-Files" episode "Drive," where Cranston portrayed a character who was both menacing and vulnerable, qualities essential for Walter White.
- After viewing Cranston’s "X-Files" performance, skeptical executives agreed
