Will Smith reflects on initially refusing to star in Men in Black, prompting director Steven Spielberg to confront him about his decision.
Summary SCREENRANT VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Megastar Will Smith recounted when director Steven Spielberg confronted him on his initial decision to turn down the lead role in Men in Black. Smith's role in Men in Black has become iconic, with the actor himself becoming heavily associated with the franchise in pop culture. However, Smith turned down the initial offer for a role of James Darrell Edwards III in Men in Black, not wanting to be part of the movie.
[Lassiter] picked Men in Black. I kinda understood Men in Black like a little bit, but I didn't want to make Men in Black — that was the next year after Independence Day. So I didn't want to make two alien movies back to back... Steven Spielberg sent a helicopter for me... to talk. It landed at his house. And he had me at 'Hello'... And it was the first time I ever had lemonade with carbonated water.
Why Will Smith Was Perfect For His Men In Black Role Smith's portrayal of Agent J has become pseudonymous with the Men in Black franchise, proving he made the right decision in taking the role. Smith would reprise his role as Agent J in Men in Black II and Men in Black 3, continuing to maintain his position in the leading role.
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