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Frankie Muniz Says ‘Agent Cody Banks’ Casting Rift Ended His Friendship With Hilary Duff

He recounts on a recent podcast that a studio decision bypassed his contractual say over his on-screen partner.

Overview

  • Muniz says he has not spoken to Duff since the last day of filming the 2003 movie.
  • He characterizes Susan Duff as an intense stage parent and attributes the fallout to her overstepping during casting.
  • He says his contract gave him input on who would play his character’s love interest but producers proceeded without consulting him.
  • He recalls expecting Kristin Kreuk to be cast in the role before Duff was signed.
  • He describes the set as professional, expresses regret about losing the friendship, and says he hopes to reconnect; Duff’s representatives have not responded to requests for comment.