The film, “3000 Miles to Graceland” released in 2001, is a blend of action and comedy. The movie, directed by Demian Lichtenstein, tells the story of a group of ex-convicts who decide to rob a casino during an Elvis convention week. Major characters are portrayed by actors Kurt Russell, Kevin Costner and Courteney Cox. This article discusses the locations where the movie was filmed along with several interesting backstage facts.
Where it Filmed?
“3000 Miles to Graceland” was shot at various locations. Major chunk of filming happened in several locations across British Columbia, Canada including Richmond, Architectual Antiques situated at 2403 Main Street, and the 2400 Court Motel located at 2400 Kingsway in Vancouver. But, it was not confined to Canada. Some scenes were additionally captured in El Dorado Canyon, Nevada, USA. Filming spanned over a period from March 13, 2000 to May 16, 2000.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Kurt Russell | Michael Zane |
| Kevin Costner | Murphy |
| Courteney Cox | Cybil Waingrow |
| Christian Slater | Hanson |
| Kevin Pollak | Damitry |
| David Arquette | Gus |
| Jon Lovitz | Jay Peterson |
| Howie Long | Jack |
| Thomas Haden Church | Quigley |
| Bokeem Woodbine | Franklin |
| David Kaye | Jesse Waingrow |
| Louis Lombardi | Otto Sinclair |
| Shawn Michael Howard | Roller Elvis |
| Michael Kopsa | Jefferson |
| Daisy McCrackin | Megan |
| Sharron Leigh | Naomi |
| Paul Anka | Pit Boss #1 |
| Eric James | Pit Boss #2 |
| Kim Hawthorne | Panel Operator |
| Craig March | Supervisor |
| Rod Lake | Mack |
| Norma Campbell | Elevator Old Lady |
| Gianni Russo | Money Cart Guard |
| John Casino | Federal Marshall |
| Hamilton von Watts | Announcer |
| Lorraine Cote | Slot Old Woman |
| David Meeker | Security Guard |
| Kenneth Anderson | Old Indian |
| Aubrey Jordan | Policeman B |
| R. Nelson Brown | Motor Inn Clerk |
| Luis Moro | F.B.I. Man |
| Ross Haines | Gas Station Dad |
| Christine Chatelain | Sexy Waitress |
| Michael Busswood | Tourist |
| Charles Andre | Big Trucker |
| Campbell Lane | Billy |
| Terry Chen | Policeman |
| Raoul Ganeev | Taxi Driver |
| Mark Acheson | Dockmaster |
| Peter Bryant | Tom Matthews |
| Scott Swanson | Greg Forester |
| Doug Abrahams | Detective Steve Finn |
| Mary Ann Skoll | Paramedic |
| Dave Babych | Mt. Vernon Cop |
| Mark Gibbon | Boise Cop |
| Frank C. Turner | Impound Shop Man |
| Don MacKay | Judge Carmody |
| Demian Lichtenstein | Shoplifter |
| Susse Budde | News Reporter |
| Colm O’Faolain | Impersonator #1 |
| Max Goldblatt | Impersonator #2 |
| Tom Heaton | Captain Elden |
| Ralph Alderman | Holding Tank Officer |
| Brian Drummond | Washington State Trooper |
| Larry Holdridge | Helicopter Pilot |
| Robert ‘Bobby Z’ Zajonc | Helicopter Pilot |
| Peter Kent | Swat Leader |
| Greg Miller | Dancing Elvis |
| Eddie Powers | Dancing Elvis |
| Steve Connolly | Dancing Elvis |
| Jesse Garon | Dancing Elvis |
| Tim Welch | Dancing Elvis |
| Jim Leboeuf | Dancing Elvis |
| Lawrence McMurray | Dancing Elvis |
| Johnny Edwards | Dancing Elvis |
| Jennifer Gagliano | Viva Las Vegas Showgirl |
| Yvonne Grace | Viva Las Vegas Showgirl |
| Jill Landess | Viva Las Vegas Showgirl |
| Georgie Bernasek | Viva Las Vegas Showgirl |
| Angelina McCoy | Viva Las Vegas Showgirl |
| Laura Lago | Viva Las Vegas Showgirl |
| Melinda Harambasic | Viva Las Vegas Showgirl |
| Daniella Murray | Viva Las Vegas Showgirl |
| Terri Gomez | Viva Las Vegas Showgirl |
| Rice Honeywell | Swat Member |
| Kevin Mundy | Station Clerk |
| Renee Cherrier | Cashier – Teller |
| Shelly Lien | Vegas Babe |
| Marci Lake | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Kelly Carlson | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Rob Lake | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Dante D’Ambruoso | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Tim Hoctor | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Kerry Puccio | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Eric Arlt | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Robert Martin | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Tony Alves | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Jeanette Lee | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Bart Dorsa | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Dave Dunlap | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Alberto Mastrangelo | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Wayne Harter | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| ‘J.G.’ Jim Grant | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Duncan Keller | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Skylark | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Staz | Motorcycle Gang Member |
| Debbie Bledsoe | Cocktail Waitress (uncredited) |
| Bruce Claggett | Bailiff (uncredited) |
| Dennis Falt | SWAT membere (uncredited) |
| Alex Green | State Trooper at Costner Shootout (uncredited) |
| Geno Kirkland | Security Guard (uncredited) |
| Shawn Wayne Klush | Elvis Impersonator (uncredited) |
| Jim Owen | Elvis Impersonator (uncredited) |
| Bob Pepper | Gunned Down Gambler (uncredited) |
| Jody Sadler | Mini Elvis Impersonator (uncredited) |
| James J. Zito III | Stunt-Driver (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie bagged a total of 13 award nominations.
- In the film, Kurt Russell played the role of Michael Zane, while Kevin Costner portrayed Murphy. Courteney Cox also stared as Cybil Waingrow.
- Other actors in supporting roles include Christian Slater as Hanson, Kevin Pollak as Damitry, and David Arquette as Gus among others.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Richmond, British Columbia, Canada
- Latitude: 49.1665898
- Longitude: -123.133569
- Place ID: ChIJPU3v9Jl1hlQRtfoCuq0kUGo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Richmond, BC, Canada
- Timezone: America/Vancouver
- Location Name: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Latitude: 49.2827291
- Longitude: -123.1207375
- Place ID: ChIJs0-pQ_FzhlQRi_OBm-qWkbs
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Timezone: America/Vancouver
- Location Name: 2400 Court Motel – 2400 Kingsway, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Latitude: 49.2404924
- Longitude: -123.0563449
- Place ID: ChIJP6YOhqN2hlQRIDrDKOjMBLM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 2400 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5R 5G9, Canada
- Timezone: America/Vancouver
- Location Name: El Dorado Canyon, Nevada, USA
- Latitude: 35.7077652
- Longitude: -114.7080314
- Place ID: ChIJybVCY9HCzoARgeupVrlH18Q
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Eldorado Canyon, Nevada 89046, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
