Casting Failures, Mess-ups, and Fumbles – The Many Issues Casting Directors Have

Russell Crowe – Inspector Javert

When Russell Crowe showed up in Les Miserables, it confused a lot of people. He’s not a singer, and stories came out about poor training and musical direction for the film, so the singers and actors winced. Though the film wasn’t bad, Crowe’s singing was the low point.

Russell Crowe – Inspector Javert

Jessica Simpson – Daisy Duke

While Jessica can fill out her shorts, it’s hard to cast a pop star in a lead role. She’s a great singer with a good stage presence, but acting isn’t her forte, as you can see in Dukes of Hazzard. Overall, Johnny Knoxville and Simpson gave the film little to work with.

Jessica Simpson – Daisy Duke