Fourth Doctor
Graham Crowden, who would later play Soldeed in The Horns of Nimon (1979-1980), turned down the role as he did not wish to commit himself to a long-term role, while Michael Bentine turned down the role when the production team felt he wanted too much influence over the series' scripts. Other actors considered included Bernard Cribbins and Fulton Mackay, who had previously played Dr. Quinn in Doctor Who and the Silurians (1970).
Richard Hearne was offered the role but his insistence that he play the part in the style of his 'Mr Pastry' character was not acceptable to the series' producer, Barry Letts. Also considered was Carry On actor Jim Dale. The role of the Fourth Doctor went to Tom Baker.
Read more about this topic: List Of Actors Considered For The Part Of The Doctor
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