In the meantime, Fincher began courting Brad Pitt to play the role of Ned Land while the film was kept on hold. However, in February 2013, it was announced that Pitt had officially turned down the role.
Meanwhile, Fincher started pursuing Brad Pitt to portray Ned Land while the movie was put on hold. However, in February 2013, it was declared that Pitt had formally declined the role.