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You're likely thinking of the movie "The First Wives Club" (1996).

Here's what we know about the casting and development:

* Original Concept: The idea for the movie was based on a 1992 self-help book of the same name by Olivia Goldsmith.

* Early Cast Ideas: Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn were indeed considered for the leads, but they ultimately didn't sign on.

* Michelle Pfeiffer & Jodie Foster: You're correct, Michelle Pfeiffer and Jodie Foster were the actresses chosen for the roles, along with Bette Midler.

* Callie Khouri: Callie Khouri, who wrote the screenplay for "Thelma & Louise," wrote the script for "The First Wives Club."

* Director Hugh Wilson: Hugh Wilson was the director.

It's interesting to think about how different the movie might have been with Meryl Streep and Goldie Hawn in the roles!

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