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George Clooney Almost Starred in the Christmas Disaster 'Jack Frost'
MovieWebStory by Rachel Johnson
scrn logline
Hollywood heartthrob George Clooney narrowly escapes starring in the cringeworthy Christmas movie 'Jack Frost'.
beat sheet
- 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.
call sheet
George Clooney, Michael Keaton, 'Jack Frost'