“Serial Mom” is a hilarious film from 1994. It tells the story of a seemingly ideal mom who’s ready to commit murder for her family’s happiness. Kathleen Turner, Sam Waterston, and Ricki Lake all showcase memorable performances in this comedy-crime movie. In this piece, we’ll dive deeper into the locations where the team filmed this iconic movie and unearth some interesting facts about its production.
Where it Filmed?
The filming of “Serial Mom” took place at several locations in Maryland. Baltimore, the largest city in Maryland, served as one of the primary shooting spots. Some specific locations used included Video Americain at 400 W. Cold Spring Lane and 917 Taylor Ave in Towson. Scenes were also filmed at 600 Lake Drive and the Old Baltimore County Courthouse located at 400 Washington Avenue, both in Towson. The shooting began on April 12, 1993, and went on until June 1993.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Kathleen Turner | Mom |
| Sam Waterston | Dad |
| Ricki Lake | Misty |
| Matthew Lillard | Chip |
| Walt MacPherson | Detective Gracey |
| Justin Whalin | Scotty |
| Patricia Dunnock | Birdie |
| Lonnie Horsey | Carl |
| Mink Stole | Dottie Hinkle |
| Mary Jo Catlett | Rosemary Ackerman |
| John Badila | Mr. Stubbins |
| Kathy Fannon | Betty Sterner |
| Doug Roberts | Ralph Sterner |
| Traci Lords | Carl’s Date |
| Tim Caggiano | Marvin Pickles |
| Jeff Mandon | Howell Hawkins |
| Colgate Salsbury | Father Boyce |
| Patsy Grady Abrams | Mrs. Jenson |
| Richard Pilcher | Herbie Hebden |
| Beau James | Timothy Nazlerod |
| Stan Brandorff | Judge |
| Suzanne Somers | Suzanne Somers |
| Bus Howard | Gus |
| Alan J. Wendl | Sloppy |
| Patricia Hearst | Juror #8 |
| Nancy Robinette | Jury Forewoman |
| Peter Bucossi | Rookie Cop |
| Loretto McNally | Policewoman |
| Wilfred E. Williams | Press A |
| Joshua L. Shoemaker | Court TV Reporter |
| Rosemary Knower | Court Groupie A |
| Susan Lowe | Court Groupie B |
| John Calvin Doyle | Carl’s Brother |
| Mary Vivian Pearce | Book Buyer |
| Brigid Berlin | Mean Lady |
| Jordan Brown | Police Officer |
| Anthony ‘Chip’ Brienza | Vendor |
| Jeffrey Pratt Gordon | Flea Market Boy |
| Shelbi Clarke | Flea Market Girl |
| Nat Benchley | Macho Man |
| Kyf Brewer | Dealer |
| Teresa R. Pete | Baby’s Mother |
| Zachary S. Pete | Church Baby |
| Richard Pelzman | Doorman |
| Chad Bankerd | Kid A |
| Johnny Alonso | Kid B |
| Robert Roser | Kid C |
| Mike Offenheiser | Joe Flowers |
| Lee Hunsaker | Girl |
| Mojo Gentry | Burglar B |
| Gwendolyn Briley-Strand | Mrs. Taplotter |
| Jennifer Mendenhall | Reporter |
| Joan Rivers | Joan Rivers |
| Catherine Anne Hayes | TV Serial Hag |
| Susan Duvall | Lady C |
| Valerie Yarborough | Press |
| Jordan Young | Kid |
| L7 | Camel Lips |
| Jennifer Finch | Camel Lips |
| Suzi Gardner | Camel Lips |
| Demetra Plakas | Camel Lips |
| Donita Sparks | Camel Lips |
| John A. Schneider | Husband A |
| Lyrica Montague | Court Clerk |
| Bess Armstrong | Eugene Sutphin’s Nurse (uncredited) |
| Greg Coale | Birdie’s Father (uncredited) |
| Karen Costanzi | Security Guard (uncredited) |
| David L. Marston | Video Store Customer (uncredited) |
| Kim McGuire | Stage Diver (uncredited) |
| Chesty Morgan | Agent 73 (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| John Poague | Cop (uncredited) |
| Al Sotto | Club Kid (uncredited) |
| John Waters | Ted Bundy (uncredited) (voice) |
Trivia and Facts
- “Serial Mom” was made in 1994.
- John Waters directed it.
- Kathleen Turner, Sam Waterston, and Ricki Lake starred in the movie.
- It runs for a total of 1 hour and 35 minutes.
- The film is listed in the Comedy, Crime genre.
- It was released on April 13, 1994, in Canada.
- It was nominated for an award.
- Kathleen Turner played as “Mom,” Sam Waterston as “Dad,” and Ricki Lake as “Misty.”
- Matthew Lillard played “Chip,” and Scott Morgan took the role of “Detective Pike.”
- Walt MacPherson portrayed “Detective Gracey,” and Justin Whalin was “Scotty.”
- Certain actors like Patricia Dunnock as “Birdie,” Lonnie Horsey as “Carl,” and Mink Stole as “Dottie Hinkle.”
- Mary Jo Catlett played as “Rosemary Ackerman,” and John Badila was “Mr. Stubbins.”
- Kathy Fannon and Doug Roberts played “Betty Sterner” and “Ralph Sterner” respectively.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Baltimore, Maryland, USA
- Latitude: 39.2903848
- Longitude: -76.6121893
- Place ID: ChIJt4P01q4DyIkRWOcjQqiWSAQ
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Baltimore, MD, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Video Americain – 400 W. Cold Spring Lane, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
- Latitude: 39.3448712
- Longitude: -76.6301458
- Place ID: ChIJV0j6ozAFyIkRaAm1SB9cPLM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 400 W Cold Spring Ln, Baltimore, MD 21210, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: 917 Taylor Ave, Towson, Maryland, USA
- Latitude: 39.3847537
- Longitude: -76.5791694
- Place ID: ChIJL5KqwGwPyIkRfXpbtje1CrM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 917 Taylor Ave, Towson, MD 21286, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: 600 Lake Drive, Towson, Maryland, USA
- Latitude: 39.3901922
- Longitude: -76.58720280000001
- Place ID: ChIJ4QdsRgwPyIkRC_DVzPAJNP0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 600 Lake Dr, Towson, MD 21286, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Old Baltimore County Courthouse – 400 Washington Avenue, Towson, Maryland, USA
- Latitude: 39.4002381
- Longitude: -76.60677489999999
- Place ID: ChIJI6cS4K8PyIkRcCatRj62WF0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 400 Washington Ave, Towson, MD 21204, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
