Who was originally cast as Aragorn in 'Lord of the Rings'?
Who was originally cast as Aragorn in 'Lord of the Rings'?
Dec 6, 2023
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When casting Aragorn for The Lord of the Rings, director Peter Jackson initially had someone else in mind—not Viggo Mortensen, but Stuart Townsend. Jackson was drawn to Townsend’s youthful energy and good looks, believing he fit the role. The actor was flown to New Zealand, fitted for a costume, and even filmed for an entire day as Aragorn. However, things quickly fell apart. Townsend was reportedly unwilling to rehearse, learn horseback riding, or train for fight choreography—all essential skil
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