Why was Matt Damon replaced Bourne Legacy?
The titular character Jason Bourne does not appear in The Bourne Legacy, as actor Matt Damon chose not to return for the fourth film, due to Paul Greengrass not directing. Bourne is shown in pictures and mentioned by name several times throughout the film.
Who turned down the role of Jason Bourne?
Brad Pitt: Jason Bourne in ‘The Bourne Identity’ Pitt, Russell Crowe and Sylvester Stallone were all reportedly offered the badass role before Matt Damon signed on the dotted line. Pitt and Damon previously worked together in Ocean’s Eleven (2001) and Ocean’s Twelve (2004).
Did Matt Damon have a stunt double in Bourne Identity?
Matt Damon climbed down the last 30 feet of the building himself, without a stunt double. He called it “the most gruelling thing I had to do.”
Was Nicky Parsons a couple with Jason Bourne?
Portrayed by Julia Stiles, she was a character originally created for the films, and the only character besides Jason Bourne to appear in all four movies. She also appears in the tourist attraction. Hinted to have romantic feelings for Bourne, she abandons Operation Treadstone and the CIA to work with him.
Who was the first choice for Jason Bourne?
Brad Pitt
Brad Pitt was first approached to play Jason Bourne. In 2000, Brad Pitt was enticed by the idea of playing Jason Bourne. The actor and the studio mutually liked the idea of a franchise spawning, if the first film garnered enough success. Ultimately, Pitt’s packed schedule forced the actor to reject the role.
How much did Matt Damon get paid for Bourne Identity?
It’s been estimated that Damon raked in $26 million each for The Bourne Supremacy and The Bourne Ultimatum, plus another $25 million for Jason Bourne. (What, he wasn’t good for that last million again?)
Did Matt Damon really get hurt in Bourne Supremacy?
Damon: We got hurt. I threw my back out. I got punched in the face once and cut my lip open. It was a good brawl.
How old was Matt Damon in Bourne Identity?
DAYUM, Matt Damon. The Massachusetts native has come a long way since he first starred as Jason Bourne in The Bourne Identity when he was just 30 years old.