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Recasting roles in movies and television shows is often a risky move among loyal fans.

Game of Thrones, for instance, experienced several recastings during their eight season run, and they were able to make those changes work. Unfortunately, some other popular franchises could not do the same.

From feuds to illnesses, many reasons factor into why one actor may be replaced with another. Sometimes, it comes down to a desire to improve ratings or box office sales with flashier names. And sometimes, the stars at hand are suddenly deemed too controverisal.

We’ve rounded up some of the most controversial recastings in Hollywood history.

Scroll through to find out which recastings are the most controversial…

Harrison Ford and Jason Segel share a laugh ahead of joining their costars for a group pic at the premiere of Shrinking held at Directors Guild Of America on Thursday (January 26) in Los Angeles.

The two stars met up with Christa Miller, Jessica Williams, Michael Urie, Lukita Maxwell, Luke Tennie, Devin Kawaoka, Lilan Bowden, Randall Winston, Ted McGinley, Liza Katzer, Neil Goldman, Rachel Stubington, Mimi Fletcher, Asif Ali, as well as series co-creators Brett Goldstein, and Bill Lawrence.

Zach Braff, who will direct an episode of the show, stepped out to support the new series, along with Katherine McNamara, Yvette Nicole Brown, Kate Flannery, Javicia Leslie, Charlotte Lawrence, Christopher McDonald, Wendie Malick, and Emily Deschanel.

Here’s the synopsis: “Shrinking follows a grieving therapist (Segel) who starts to break the rules and tell his clients exactly what he thinks. Ignoring his training and ethics, he finds himself making huge, tumultuous changes to people’s lives…including his own.”

You can watch the trailer for the show now, which debuts Friday, January 27 on Apple TV+.

Check out 55+ pictures of Harrison Ford, Jason Segel and so many more at the Shrinking premiere in Los Angeles…More Here! »

Zoey Deutch is ready to get you in the holiday spirit!

The 28-year-old actress stars alongside Kendrick Sampson in the upcoming holiday movie Something From Tiffany’s, which will premiere on Prime Video on December 9.

Nothing compares to the magic and excitement of the holidays in New York City, where the streets blaze with lights, windows dazzle, and a special box from Tiffany could change the course of a person’s life. Or several lives. Rachel and Gary (Zoey Deutch, Ray Nicholson) are happy enough, but not quite ready for that big commitment. Ethan and Vanessa (Kendrick Sampson, Shay Mitchell), the perfect picture, are just about to make it official. When a simple mix-up of gifts causes all of their paths to cross, it sets off a series of twists and unexpected discoveries that lead them to where they’re truly meant to be.

Also starring in the movie, produced by Reese Witherspoon, are Leah Jeffries, Jojo T. Gibbs, and Javicia Leslie.

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It’s official – Batwoman will not be back on The CW, as the network has decided to cancel the show.

The series has been on air for three seasons.

Showrunner Caroline Dries confirmed the news on Friday afternoon (April 29), sharing the sad information with fans of the series.

“Just got the sad news that #Batwoman will not be seeing an S4. I am bummed, but full of gratitude. What an honor to make 51 episodes. So many inspiring, brilliant people contributed to this series. Thank you producers, cast and crew. Thank you, fans! We love you. ❤️,” Caroline wrote.

Batwoman, which originally had Ruby Rose in the title role, was led by Javicia Leslie taking over the masked super heroine in the following two seasons.

Camrus Johnson, Nicole Kang, Rachel Skarsten, Meagan Tandy, Victoria Cartagena, Robin Givens, and Nick Creegan also starred in the show.

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Javicia Leslie is reflecting on her iconic role as Batwoman ahead of tonight’s season finale of the show on The CW.

The 34-year-old actress took over the title role at the beginning of season two from Ruby Rose.

Click inside to read what Javicia wrote…More Here! »

The first official photos of Javicia Leslie as the new Batwoman, aka Ryan Wilder, are finally here!

If you don’t know, Javicia is taking over the role from Ruby Rose, who left the role unexpectedly a few months ago. Find out why Ruby ultimately decided to exit the series.

Javicia said of collaborating with executive producer Caroline Dries and costume designer Maya Mani, “I love the fact that Ryan is becoming her own Batwoman — it’s her style, her swag, and her moment! It was an honor to be able to collaborate with Caroline and Maya. I felt it was important that viewers could tell by the silhouette that Batwoman was a Black girl. With the form-fitting suit and beautiful Afro, we definitely nailed it!”

Notable changes to the costume include a new cowl featuring natural, curly hair with red streaks, red gauntlets over the forearms, and shorter boots, as well as a redesign with new materials, featuring laser etching to create more visual depth and a stronger silhouette.

Check out the photos…