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Why Jack Nicholson Refused To Be Hades In Disney's Hercules
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scrn loglineJack Nicholson passed on voicing Disney's Hades over a hefty paycheck request, revealing the high-stakes haggling behind Hollywood's biggest voice roles.beat sheet- Nicholson wanted a massive $10 million payday to voice Hades, nearly double Disney's initial offer - showcasing the astronomical sums top stars demand for marquee animated roles.
- Despite his iconic gravelly voice being a perfect fit, Nicholson ultimately walked away from the part, which went to James Woods and became one of the most memorable villain performances in Disney history.
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Why Jack Nicholson Refused To Be Hades In Disney's Hercules
SlashFilmStory by staff@slashfilm.com (Nick Staniforth)
scrn logline
Jack Nicholson passed on voicing Disney's Hades over a hefty paycheck request, revealing the high-stakes haggling behind Hollywood's biggest voice roles.
beat sheet
- Nicholson wanted a massive $10 million payday to voice Hades, nearly double Disney's initial offer - showcasing the astronomical sums top stars demand for marquee animated roles.
- Despite his iconic gravelly voice being a perfect fit, Nicholson ultimately walked away from the part, which went to James Woods and became one of the most memorable villain performances in Disney history.
call sheet
Jack Nicholson, James Woods, Hercules