Sharon Stone says that before starring together in "Basic Instinct," she and Michael Douglas had a heated argument that almost cost her the role.

Sharon Stone is tackling her infamous leg-crossing scene and explaining why she didn’t pull it from “Basic Instinct.” The Oscar-nominated actress, 67, discussed the controversial moment from the 1992 erotic thriller in a candid interview with Business Insider published on Monday.

Michael Douglas responded after former costar Sharon Stone said in an interview that they got into a 'heated' argument when they first met and later 'became the greatest of friends.' Douglas says he is 'very surprised' by Stone's recollection.