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7 Actors Who Wanted To Be Black Widow (And 8 Wed Cast Before Scarlett Johansson)

Natalia Alianovna Romanova is a girl who goes through many names. You more than likely know her as Natasha, or Black Widow, or "that crazy Russian chick with red hair." Whatever the case may be, it's simple to see that Black Widow is certainly one of a type. Her versatility is frightening. Her stone-cold angle, fascinating. And each considered one of her wicked strikes more sudden than the person who got here before. Black Widow is extra than just her identify, and she is who she is as a result of the actor who plays her.

Scarlett Johansson is simply as magnificent as the Marvel personality she portrays. There's no denying that she's were given Natasha down to an artwork. Still, lovers cannot assist but wonder: What if Marvel had selected to cast some of the other actors on their list? Truth is, a variety of actors were better suited to play Black Widow than Scarlett Johansson. Still, we are lovely proud of how things worked out.

15 Should Have: TWD's Lauren Cohan Has Already Shown Us How Fierce She Can Be

Lauren Cohan wasn't within the working to turn out to be Black Widow, however we will be able to't assist but wonder if she would have brought the Marvel personality to new heights. Lauren confirmed us how fierce she could be when she stole our hearts as Maggie Greene at the unending apocalyptic TV show The Walking Dead.

14 Almost Did: Angelina Jolie Was A Top Contender For The Role

There's no denying that Angelina Jolie would have carried out a terrific activity at portraying the Avengers' Black Widow. She's showed us how wicked-cool she can be by means of getting into Lara Croft's boots and Mrs. Smith's prime heels. She was once a prime candidate for the role. But alas, things just didn't pan out.

13 Should Have: Mila Kunis Would Have Stolen The Show As Black Widow

Mila Kunis is case in point that just right things are available in small applications. Just like Black Widow, Mila speaks fluent Russian and English, which would have made getting ready for the position that much easier. Scarlett Johansson's Russian was once spot-on, however Mila's would were unique. Fans would really like to see Mila sign up for the MCU.

12 Almost Did: Emily Blunt Was Approached For The Role, But Turned It Down

Emily Blunt is one of the maximum versatile actors in Hollywood. Back when the role of Black Widow was still up for grabs, Emily was once approached via MCU executives, who believed she would be very best for the phase. Unfortunately, Emily had to flip the function down as a result of scheduling conflicts.

11 Should Have: Charlize Theron Is The Stunt Master

Few actors are as dedicated as Charlize Theron. She has confirmed time and time once more that she's going to move the additional mile for her roles. Charlize is a stunt master, having performed stunts in films like Mad Max: Fury Road, Atomic Blonde, and Aeon Flux. And let's not fail to remember that Charlize appears wonderful as a redhead.

10 Almost Did: Gemma Arterton Was Considered After Emily Blunt

MCU executives scoured their brains for the next best possible factor after Emily Blunt became them down. This brought them to Gemma Arterton. She used to be well-versed in motion roles which made her a top contender. Unfortunately, Gemma was once unable to take on the position and Scarlett Johansson in the end stole the display.

9 Should Have: Rachel McAdams Would Have Been Perfect If She Wasn't Already In The MCU As Christine Palmer

Rachel McAdams was once now not considered for the function of Black Widow, however her fans think she would have carried out a fantastic job at portraying the hero. Not best does Rachel look nice with red hair, but she's feisty, centered, and determined. It's too dangerous that she already performs Dr. Christine Palmer in Doctor Strange.

8 Almost Did: Eliza Dushku Thought She Was Perfect For The Role

Eliza Dushku is one badass lady. She's an ideal fighter who starred in both Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Dollhouse (the place she realized to talk Russian). So, when Eliza found out that Emily Blunt was no longer in the running to play Black Widow, she pounced. Ultimately, she didn't get the position.

7 Should Have: Milla Jovovich Was Born To Play Black Widow

There's no denying that Milla Jovovich would have nailed the whole thing from Black Widow's stunts to her accessory — she is Russian, in spite of everything. Unfortunately, Milla wasn't considered for the position of Black Widow. Resident Evil and Ultraviolet lovers would have cherished to see Milla don on the Black Widow leather swimsuit.

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6 Almost Did: Jessica Alba Was In The Running

Jessica Alba was once additionally in the running to play Black Widow. However, MCU executives couldn't shake the truth that Jessica had already played a Marvel personality previously. She had portrayed the Invisible Woman within the Fantastic Four movie again in 2005. Either manner, she used to be a great choice.

5 Should Have: Black Widow Could Have Been Michelle Trachtenberg's Comeback

Well, it looks like there may be any other Buffy the Vampire Slayer actor on this list. But this time, she's Buffy's little sister, Dawn, and not her enemy, Faith. Although we are satisfied that Scarlett Johansson in the long run snagged the position, Michelle Trachtenberg would were a fascinating pick out. She additionally speaks Russian, which might have come in useful.

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4 Almost Did: Jessica Biel Was One Of Marvel's Top Picks

Jessica Biel would have completed Black Widow justice. She was once decided on to audition for the function and casting agents had high hopes for the actor. Unfortunately, her audition wasn't up to par with what the casting director had in mind. In the top, Jessica's lack of struggle skills can have been a factor.

3 Should Have: Kate Mara Would Rock The Black Widow Look

Just like Jessica Alba, Kate Mara already tried her hand within the MCU as Sue Storm aka. Invisible Woman. But whilst Kate delivered an ideal efficiency, Fantastic Four gained horrible evaluations. It is not laborious to image Kate Mara as Black Widow, however it is arduous to image Black Widow as someone else but Scarlett Johansson.

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2 Almost Did: Natalie Portman Would Have Been Cast If She Wasn't Already In The MCU As Jane Foster

Natalie Portman used to be born in Israel. But that by no means stopped her from turning into America's Sweetheart. She was heavily considered for the function of Black Widow. Luckily, Natalie wasn't chosen to play the Avenger and soon enough, she was cast as Jane Foster in Thor. Still, it will had been fun to see her take at the section.

1 Should Have: Russian-Speaking Kate Beckinsale Totally Looks The Part

Not only does Kate Beckinsale talk fluent Russian, however she's extensively utilized to starring in action-packed motion pictures. She has confirmed this again and again over by means of starring as Selene within the Underworld movies. Kate must have been thought to be for the position, however wasn't. She would have kicked Black Widow into gear.

Next:Here’s How Scarlett Johansson Became Black Widow

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