Interesting Denzel Casting Facts

Inside Man - Spike Lee offered Washington his choice of the two lead roles. Washington choose the role of the cop because his face wasn't covered throughout most of the movie.
Actor who got the part: Clive Owen


I, Robot - Said in an interview that he was approached to play the lead.
Actor who got the part: Will Smith


Kiss the Girls - Washington was cast as Alex Cross but backed out due to scheduling problem.
Actor who got the part: Morgan Freeman


Mr. 3000 - Denzel Washington was offered the part of Stan Ross in Mr. 3000, but turned it down and recommended comedian Bernie Mac.
Actor who got the part: Bernie Mac


Se7en - He turned it down to do something else, he talked about it in an interview with Playboy.
Actor who got the part: Brad Pitt


Denzel is my favorite actor and he could have done any of these roles. I would have loved to see him work with Morgan Freeman in Se7en, but Brad Pitt pulled the roll off very nicely so I can't complain. I'm glad he Denzel passed on Mr. 3000, that movie was better suited for a comedian, even though I find him hilarious when he wants to be. What do you guys think of the choices?