Skatetown USA is a 1979 comedy film that runs for 1 hour and 38 minutes. It features a roller-disco competition where two rivals eventually become friends while competing for a $1000 cash prize. Exhibition of the movie happened in October, 1979. This movie is staged by Director William A. Levey, and the story is written by Nick Castle, William A. Levey, and Lorin Dreyfuss. Moreover, notable actors such as Judy Landers, Gary Hudson, and Harlene Winsten played vital character roles in the film. Continue reading to find out more about its interesting filming locations and behind the scenes facts.
Where it Filmed?
The filming of Skatetown USA took place at four main locations in California, USA. These are Hollywood Palladium at 6215 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, Los Angeles; Spectacular Looff Hippodrome and the Santa Monica Pier, both in Santa Monica; and the famous Venice Beach in Venice, Los Angeles. The filming started and ended in July 1979.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Judy Landers | Teri |
| Gary Hudson | Pistol Pete |
| Harlene Winsten | Eleanor |
| Johnny Pool | The Swiper |
| Bob Minor | Donald – The Hulk |
| April Allen | Charlene |
| Gail Collier | Mouse |
| Scott Baio | Richie |
| Flip Wilson | Harvey Ross |
| Ron Palillo | Frankey |
| Ruth Buzzi | Elvira |
| Dave Mason | Dave Mason |
| Greg Bradford | Stan |
| Maureen McCormick | Susan |
| Patrick Swayze | Ace |
| Billy Barty | Jimmy |
| David Landsberg | Irwin |
| Joe E. Ross | Rent-a-Cop |
| Sydney Lassick | Murray |
| Sandra Gould | Mrs. Thorndike |
| Murray Langston | The Drunk |
| Bill Kirchenbauer | Skatetown Doctor |
| Vic Dunlop | Ripple |
| Denny Johnston | Wizard |
| Gary Mule Deer | Ben |
| Rick Edwards | Uncle Sam |
| Leonard Barr | Man at Snack Bar |
| Jonna Veitch | Lady with Catsup |
| Deborah Chenoweth | Beautiful Girl |
| Dorothy Stratten | Customer at Snack Bar |
| Brigid Devlin | Registrar |
| Kristi Kane | Lady Outside Men’s Room |
| Connie Downing | Skate Girl |
| Lou Mulford | Skate Girl |
| Randall Brady | Snack Bar Customer |
| Mario Licu | Snack Bar Customer |
| Richard Wygant | Rink Hustler |
| Ronald Kleyweg | Tai Chi Skater |
| Charles Pitt | Gambler |
| Kenneth Wright | Rink Hustler |
| Garry Kluger | Bettor |
| Sue Weicberg | Richie’s Girl |
| Kurt Paul | Gang Victim |
| Angel Ashley | |
| Cheryl Faye | Dancer |
| Debbie Fresh | Skater Performer |
| Lenore Jones | Punk Rock Girl |
| Mark McReynolds | Self / Skater |
| Stan Rodarte | Skater |
| Dean Rubin | Featured Skater |
| Nancy Carol | Skater (uncredited) |
| Nathaniel K. Dorsey | Skater / Dancer (uncredited) |
| Jody Jaress | Skater / Dancer (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was first showcased in the United States in October, 1979.
- It is a PG rated comedy that runs for a total of one hour and thirty eight minutes.
- This film is a tale about a roller-disco competition where rivals become friends while vying for a handsome cash prize.
- The film was directed by William A. Levey and written by Nick Castle, William A. Levey, and Lorin Dreyfuss.
- The lead roles in the film were played by Judy Landers, Gary Hudson and Harlene Winsten.
- Skatetown USA marked the film debut of Patrick Swayze and Katherine Kelly Lang.
- The film was featured in Running/Head Over Heels/Skatetown, U.S.A./The Legacy/Yanks released in 1979.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Hollywood Palladium – 6215 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.098496
- Longitude: -118.3242781
- Place ID: ChIJt1-0kze_woARkevCuYSmEOA
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 6215 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Looff Hippodrome, Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0101253
- Longitude: -118.4961359
- Place ID: ChIJnZbp1NCkwoARzks4epeOy8c
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 1619 Ocean Front Walk, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
