Eddie Redmayne Originally Approached for Gaston in 'Beauty & the Beast'

Eddie Redmayne runs errands around the Soho section on London, England on Monday (March 2).

The 33-year-old Oscar winner was reportedly recently approached to play Gaston in Beauty and the Beast opposite Emma Watson!

The Oscar winning actor passed on the role though, and opened the way for Luke Evans to take on the part, The Wrap reports.

As reported by JustJared.com just minutes ago, Luke is in negotiations to take on the role of the cocky Disney character.

DO YOU THINK that Luke Evans or Eddie Redmayne would make a better Gaston??