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'Challengers' trivia and fun facts
Patrick Casting
Austin Abrams, Jacob Elordi, and Dominic Fike were considered for the role of Patrick before Josh O'Connor was cast.
One year ahead
The film was completed in April 2023, a whole year before its release.
Considered for cast
Nika King and Matthew Macfadyen were considered for undisclosed roles.
Three months of training
To prepare for her role, Zendaya spent three months with pro tennis player-turned-coach, Brad Gilbert.
First outside Italy
Luca Guadagnino's first feature film to not be a co-production with Italy.
Guadagnino's Eighth
Luca Guadagnino's eighth narrative feature film and his tenth overall, including two documentaries.
Screenwriters marriage
Screenwriter Justin Kuritzkes is the husband of Celine Song, who wrote and directed 'Past lives' (2023).
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