What actress, famous for her leading role on the HBO television series "Sex and the City" almost starred in the  American horror film Vacancy?
Vacancy (film) Vacancy is a 2007 American horror film directed by Nimród Antal and starring Kate Beckinsale and Luke Wilson. It was released April 20, 2007, by the distributor Screen Gems. Early in the film's development, it was thought Sarah Jessica Parker would star; but, in September 2006, "The Hollywood Reporter" announced Kate Beckinsale had been signed instead.
Katharine Isabelle Katharine Isabelle Murray (born November 2, 1981) is a Canadian actress best known as a scream queen for her roles in various horror films. Born in Vancouver, British Columbia, she made her screen debut as a child in "Cousins" (1989), followed by supporting roles in numerous films and television series. Initially credited as Katie Murray, she later began using the name Katherine Isobel and subsequently Katharine Isabelle. She has starred in the werewolf horror films, "Ginger Snaps" (2000), its sequel, "" (2004), and "" (2004). Her portrayal of the death-obsessed teen, Ginger Fitzgerald, became one of her most notable roles. Additional roles in horror films include "Disturbing Behavior" (1998), "Carrie" (2002), "Freddy vs. Jason" (2003), "" (2010), and "American Mary" (2012). For her performance in the horror film, "American Mary" (2012), she earned several nominations for best actress, including Fangoria Chainsaw Awards, Screamfest Horror Film Festival and Toronto After Dark Film Festival.