Hannibal series creator Bryan Fuller revealed that John Cusack and Hugh Grant were the network's first choices to play Dr. Lecter.
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Hannibal Lecter (Mads Mikkelsen) from author Thomas Harris' Red Dragon and Hannibal novels achieved both critical praise and a cult following for its unique visual style; quality of performances; and bold, refreshing take on characters already established in pop culture lure.
Did I also mention the murder and crime scenes? Because when we discuss the unique[...]