Michael Sheen Reveals Original Good Omens Casting Swap with David Tennant at Edinburgh TV Festival

At the recent Edinburgh TV Festival, actor Michael Sheen shared an intriguing revelation regarding the casting of the popular series "Good Omens." Sheen disclosed that he and his co-star, David Tennant, were originally slated to play reversed roles in the show. "Originally, I was meant to play the other character, and we switched roles," Sheen stated during his conversation. He further explained that he and Tennant have a long history of often being considered for the same parts, which ultimately fostered a unique on-screen chemistry. Sheen described their collaborative process on set as being "like a dance," where they instinctively understood how to complement each other's performances. He emphasized that their shared goal was always to serve the writer and the integrity of the piece, making the creative process remarkably smooth.

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Collection of videos of the Edinburgh TV Festival 19/08/2025 from Tik Tok (Indigoreports + Perrypresents)