What we don’t get to see are the good choices that aren’t made, the opportunities that actors pass up. Though it’d be impossible to list every major part passed up by a notable name, we’ve compiled a list of 20 of the biggest roles turned down by big-name stars. 1. Molly Ringwald (Pretty Woman) The Brat Pack sweetheart was highly sought after following her success in a trio of now-cult classics by John Hughes.