Cronenberg Turning Down Return of the Jedi Was Met with Stunned Silence
It’s hard to believe now, but Lucasfilm approached horror directorDavid Cronenbergabout possibly directingReturn of the Jediin the early 1980s. In a recent interview, Cronenberg recalled getting the invitation and explained why he said no. The director has carved out a successful career since turning down a chance to play in theStar Warsuniverse with some of the most iconic characters in cinematic history. However, one has to imagine what it would have been like had he said yes to Lucasfilm....