The popular Divergent film series, adapted from Veronica Roth’s novels, has captured the hearts of many fans with its captivating storyline set in a dystopian world. One of the central characters, Tobias Eaton, also known as Four, was portrayed by actor Theo James. However, before landing the role, Theo faced stiff competition from several other talented actors during the audition process.

As the Divergent series makes its debut on Netflix this month, it’s interesting to look back at the actors who vied for the role of Four alongside Theo James. While Shailene Woodley was a clear choice for the role of Tris, Theo had to compete with a pool of actors to secure his place in the franchise.

Although details about the audition process have been scarce, reports from that time indicated that a select group of actors were brought in to screen test with Shailene Woodley. Among these contenders were some familiar faces, including a co-star of Theo’s and an actor from the Hunger Games series.

The list of actors who auditioned for the role of Four in Divergent includes some surprising names that fans may not have been aware of. It’s always intriguing to consider how different the series could have been with an alternate casting choice for such a pivotal character.

As fans revisit the Divergent series on Netflix, they can appreciate Theo James’ portrayal of Four even more, knowing the competition he faced to secure the role. The series continues to be a beloved classic teen movie that has left a lasting impact on audiences.