A missed opportunity
Clark Gable wasn’t the first person to be offered the role of Rhett Butler. Gary Cooper, who was a big star in the Golden Era of Hollywood, reportedly turned down the role as he thought the whole film would be a flop. He later admitted that it was “one of the best roles ever offered in Hollywood” but that Clark Gable had played it to “perfection.” It is thought that he mocked Gable initially, for taking on the role. He soon ate his words!
Not a dancer
You may be surprised to learn that Vivien Leigh was not exactly known for her dancing skills. In fact, when it came to dancing in the movie, everyone discovered she had two left feet. She was so shockingly bad that they knew they couldn’t include her busting moves in the film. Instead, they decided to opt for a body double to cover the parts where Scarlett was dancing. That could have totally ruined the mood otherwise!