Actor
James Caan
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Misery (1990)
Viewed as ideal casting for Paul Sheldon because of his physicality and manic energy, though Bill wonders if he could have given more in some scenes.
About 0 minRollerball (1975)
Praised as an ideal sports-movie alpha, physically convincing, and alternately great and oddly muted in the role.
About 8 minSudden Death (1995)
Suggested as a better casting choice for the Powers Boothe role.
About 80 minThe Gambler (2014)
Referenced as the model for the original Gambler energy and swagger.
About 8 minThe Godfather (1972)
Liked for Sonny's volatile energy and memorable outbursts, though some overacting jokes land at his expense.
About 48 minThe Godfather Part II (1974)
Mentioned in relation to Sonny’s return and the continuity with the first film.
About 56 minThief (1981)
Celebrated as a one-of-one tough guy who can mix rage, vulnerability, and emotional collapse.
About 16 minThe Program (1993)
They like some coach scenes but think he is uneven and sometimes phoning it in.
About 80 minKramer vs. Kramer (1979)
Cited as a casting what-if for Ted Kramer.
About 112 minStar Wars (1977)
Mentioned in a casting-what-if context for Han Solo.
About 160 minEVERY MATCH