Back in the 1980s,Bill Murraywas in his prime.
Hoping to make his mark as an Eastwood sidekick, Murray did just that.
After some consideration, Murray refused.
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War can be a funny thing.
Havingjust madeStripesin 1981,Murray was (understandably) concerned about becoming typecast.
He didn’t want his entire filmography to be military comedies, and he feared acquiringanAbbott and Costello-like career.
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Despite his dreams of working alongside Dirty Harry himself, Murray passed on the Eastwood offer.
As a result, it would be over a decade beforehe would actively pursue more dramatic roles.
What Movie Did Clint Eastwood Have in Mind for Bill Murray?
It’s hard to say what ’80s-era Eastwood flick Murray is referencing here.
As far as we can tell, Eastwood didn’t make a war comedy in the 1980s.
Perhaps it was a project that fell apart completely after Murray’s refusal?
Instead, it was a heartfelt and pensive picture that was praised by critics for its dialogue.
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