The role Gene Hackman regrets turning down the most was a situation entirely of his own making, after the actor asked for too much money.

Gene Hackman drove the 1951 Chevrolet Styleline Deluxe in the movie "Hoosiers", enjoying a ride in a story based on true ...

Actor Gene Hackman was seen out on a dinner date in ... starring in a diverse array of popular films such as “Hoosiers,” “The ...

So, "Hoosiers" isn't a true story ... In real life: There was no assistant coach. Gene Hackman's "Norman Dale" was a fiery coach -- much different from real-life coach Marvin Wood.