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George Clooney Almost Starred in the Christmas Disaster 'Jack Frost'
MovieWebStory by Rachel Johnson
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Hollywood heartthrob George Clooney narrowly escapes starring in the cringeworthy Christmas movie 'Jack Frost'.
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- Clooney was in talks to lead the disastrous 1998 holiday film, but ultimately passed on the role that went to Michael Keaton.
- The movie was panned by critics and bombed at the box office, making Clooney's lucky escape a career-saving move.
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George Clooney, Michael Keaton, 'Jack Frost'