17 Facts You Might Not Know About the ‘Best Picture’ Winning Films of the Oscar’s

The King’s Speech (2010) – The role of King George VI almost went to a completely different actor

Actor Paul Bettany was originally the first choice to play the lead in the film, but declined the role in order to spend more time with his family.

Bettany later admitted that he had some regret about doing so after actor Colin Firth won an Oscar for his performance.