Kevin Spacey Replaced by Christopher Plummer in 'All the Money in the World' | THR News

Kevin Spacey Replaced by Christopher Plummer in 'All the Money in the World' | THR News

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Following allegations of sexual harassment against Kevin Spacey, director Ridley Scott decided to replace him with Christopher Plummer in the film 'All the Money in the World'. This decision, made just weeks before the film's release, required extensive reshoots. Despite the challenges, including tight schedules and location issues, the release date remains unchanged. The industry has reacted by distancing itself from Spacey, with Netflix halting production on 'House of Cards' and canceling a biopic. The allegations began with actor Anthony Rapp and have since been corroborated by others.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did Ridley Scott decide to replace Kevin Spacey with Christopher Plummer in 'All the Money in the World'?

To improve the film's visual effects

Because of allegations against Spacey

To reduce production costs

Due to scheduling conflicts with Spacey

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was one of the challenges mentioned in reshooting the film with Christopher Plummer?

Rewriting the entire script

Coordinating the actors' schedules for reshoots

Finding a new director

Changing the film's release date

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which other actors were expected to return for reshoots in 'All the Money in the World'?

Kevin Spacey and J. Paul Getty

Mark Wahlberg and Michelle Williams

Christopher Plummer and Ridley Scott

Anthony Rapp and Linda Rodriguez

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What action did Netflix take in response to the allegations against Kevin Spacey?

They increased the budget for 'House of Cards'

They suspended production of 'House of Cards'

They hired Spacey for a new project

They released a statement supporting Spacey

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the first person to publicly accuse Kevin Spacey of inappropriate behavior?

Anthony Rapp

Linda Rodriguez

Ridley Scott

Christopher Plummer