Why was Clint Eastwood THE LAST CHOICE to play HARRY CALLAHAN in the 1970's hit film "DIRTY HARRY"?

A look at the mega hit from the 70's "DIRTY HARRY" and why Clint Eastwood almost didn't play this signature role!

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Also John Wayne was considered... He made the film McQ which is a bit of a copy....

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