Joel Edgertonhas been inStar Warsand the seriesObi-Wan Kenobi, so he is versed in sci-fi.
But he failed his audition for the role of Star-Lord inGuardians of the Galaxy.
He says the reason for that is not understanding the films tone.

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And I wasnt really sure how I could be a part of that tone.
There was never a real conversation that it would have definitely been me.
It was just I had the opportunity to try and audition.

I just didnt quite understand it.
Other actors whove tested for Star-Lord include Jack Huston, Eddie Redmayne, Glenn Howerton, and Adam Brody.