With the release of Oliver Stone’s latest film W, actor Josh Brolin (who plays George W. Bush) had reason to reminisce with The Independent’s Craig McLean about the early days of his career, when he and an actor named Johnny Depp were both under consideration for the role of Officer Tom Hanson in the TV series 21 Jump Street.

Oct 17, 2021 · Josh Brolin took a circuitous route to superstardom. The Goonies star came very close to a big break early in his career, only for his good friend Johnny Depp to get it instead. There are no hard feelings; here’s what happened.

Josh Brolin was considered as a possible replacement, but Depp eventually agreed to take the part after his agents convinced him that the show probably wouldn't last for more than a season. Yagher's scenes in the pilot were re-shot with Depp, and "21 Jump Street" was introduced to home viewers on April 12, 1987.

Jun 2, 2023 · 21 Jump Street, the late '80s teen crime series, made big stars out of several of its cast members—including Johnny Depp—and gave early credits to a slew of soon-to-be stars with names like...

Josh James Brolin (/ ... Brolin and Johnny Depp were the finalists for the role, and the two became close and remained friends. The role ultimately went to Depp. [16] [17] Brolin guest-starred in an episode of the show in its first season. [18] Career decline (1990–2006)

Actor Josh Brolin opens up about the highs and lows after his first major movie role in The Goonies, rejecting suitcases of money and big blockbuster roles i...

Nov 20, 2024 · Actor Josh Brolin opens up about the highs and lows after his first major movie role in The Goonies, rejecting suitcases of money and big blockbuster roles including Avatar and Green Lantern along with finding his dream role alongside Johnny Depp and Tim Burton.

Sep 17, 2010 · In the ‘Who Knew’ department: Josh Brolin tells USA Today that it came down to him and Johnny Depp for the part of Officer Tom Hanson on 21 Jump Street (I didn’t even have to Google the character name – I loved that show).

Nov 1, 2023 · Brolin remarked that the arrest was the moment where he has been most careful with his words, and he respects Lane’s decision not to speak any further about the matter. Getty Images. 19. The Tables Have Turned. Johnny Depp and Brolin both auditioned for the lead role in 21 Jump Street. They were both sitting in Depp’s apartment awaiting the ...

"Who is gonna leave at this moment?" The Call came. "And it was Johnny who got it," recalls Josh Brolin of his old pal Johnny Depp. "I remember him stuffing a military bag full of his...