Charlie Hunnam Reveals Dakota Johnson Chided Him for Dropping Fifty Shades Role

Charlie Hunnam was originally cast as Christian Grey in the Fifty Shades of Grey film series but withdrew from the role due to prior commitments, including a promise to Guillermo del Toro for Crimson Peak and a busy work schedule. Hunnam described his decision as a moment of clarity, expressing no regrets and admitting he never watched the film. He recounted an emotional conversation with Fifty Shades director Sam Taylor Johnson upon his departure, highlighting the human side of Hollywood deals. Recently, Hunnam and Dakota Johnson, who starred as Anastasia Steele, reunited, where Johnson playfully teased him about his choice, which Hunnam took in good humor. Jamie Dornan eventually replaced Hunnam as Christian Grey and acknowledged the challenges and criticism that came with the role, though it helped advance his career. Despite Hunnam's departure, the franchise went on to produce two more sequels starring Johnson and Dornan, which received mixed critical reception but enjoyed strong fan support.