Daisy Ridley defined Rey's character through her performance in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, but countless other actors were considered before she was cast. Casting a relatively unknown actor ended up being the right call, as Ridley brought a breathtaking level of emotion and sincerity to Rey's character. At the same time, several well-known actors auditioned as well, each one having a long list of acting credits that made them qualified for the part. It's always fascinating to look at actors who almost appeared in Star Wars and think about how the franchise would have turned out differently with someone else in the lead role.
