20 actors you didn't know almost played iconic roles in the Harry Potter series

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13) Dakota Fanning (Queenie Goldstein)

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A short list of actors who were being considered for the roles of Newt, Tina, Queenie, and Jacob was leaked, Dakota Fanning was on the list as a considerable casting for Queenie Goldstein. Dakota Fanning could have put forth a captivating performance had she been cast for the role of Queenie Goldstein, however, the role was given to Alison Sudol, whose unique performance has become memorable.