Carrey almost starred in Gibson's biggest cinematic disaster, but fate had other plans for the comedic icon
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Carrey was originally eyed for the lead role in Mel Gibson's 2004 box office bomb 'The Passion of the Christ', which ultimately became one of the most controversial films of the decade
Industry insiders claim Carrey's comedic chops could have salvaged the religious epic, but Gibson's darker vision won out - a decision that may have cost both actors millions
Carrey almost starred in Gibson's biggest cinematic disaster, but fate had other plans for the comedic icon
beat sheet
Carrey was originally eyed for the lead role in Mel Gibson's 2004 box office bomb 'The Passion of the Christ', which ultimately became one of the most controversial films of the decade
Industry insiders claim Carrey's comedic chops could have salvaged the religious epic, but Gibson's darker vision won out - a decision that may have cost both actors millions