Newman advised Huston that British actors should play the roles , and it was he who recommended Connery and Caine .
In the 1970s , Huston approached Robert Redford and Paul Newman for the roles .
Paul Newman advised Huston that British actors should play the roles , and it was Huston who recommended Connery and Caine .
In the 1970s , Huston approached Robert Redford and Paul Newman for the roles .