Arachnophobia, a comedy horror film from 1990, is the focus of this article. The movie narrates the horrifying tale of a dangerous new spider species that hitchhikes its way from South America to a small town in California, causing panic and shock among its residents, including the newly arrived Dr. Ross Jennings, portrayed by Jeff Daniels. This article sheds light on the filming locations along with little-known facts associated with this film.
Where it Filmed?
Arachnophobia was filmed in various locations. The awe-inspiring Angel Falls located in Canaima National Park, Estado Bolívar, Venezuela is one of the locations shown in the movie. Besides Venezuela, prominent shooting locations include Cambria, Pasadena, and Venice in California, USA. The Warner Brothers Burbank Studios also served as a filming venue. This film was produced between the dates of Dec 4, 1989 – Apr 11, 1990.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jeff Daniels | Dr. Ross Jennings |
| Harley Jane Kozak | Molly Jennings |
| John Goodman | Delbert McClintock |
| Julian Sands | Dr. James Atherton |
| Stuart Pankin | Sheriff Parsons |
| Brian McNamara | Chris Collins |
| Mark L. Taylor | Jerry Manley |
| Henry Jones | Dr. Sam Metcalf |
| Peter Jason | Coach Henry Beechwood |
| James Handy | Milton Briggs |
| Roy Brocksmith | Irv Kendall |
| Kathy Kinney | Blaire Kendall |
| Mary Carver | Margaret Hollins |
| Marlene Katz | Shelley Jennings |
| Jane Marla Robbins | Edna Beechwood |
| Theo Schwartz | Bunny Beechwood |
| Cori Wellins | Becky Beechwood |
| Chance Boyer | Bobby Beechwood |
| Frances Bay | Evelyn Metcalf |
| Lois De Banzie | Henrietta Manley |
| Warren Rice | Dick Manley |
| Robert Frank Telfer | Mayor Bob |
| Michael Steve Jones | Irv’s Assistant |
| Nathaniel Spitzley | Todd Miller – Football Player |
| Jay Scorpio | Mover |
| Mai-Lis Kuniholm | Girlfriend |
| Robert ‘Bobby Z’ Zajonc | Helicopter Pilot |
| Brandy | Brandy Beechwood |
| Juan Fernández | Miguel Higueras (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was done at Stage 18, Warner Brothers Burbank Studios at 4000 Warner Boulevard, Burbank, California, USA.
- Frank Marshall is the director of this movie.
- The script was written by Don Jakoby and Al Williams.
- The main stars of the film include Jeff Daniels, Harley Jane Kozak, and John Goodman.
- The film garnered two wins and five nominations at various award programs.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Angel Falls, Canaima National Park, Estado Bolívar, Venezuela
- Latitude: 5.970125599999999
- Longitude: -62.53621989999999
- Place ID: ChIJeagwcHG-xo0R598P9osOIXM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Angel Falls, 8011, Bolívar, Venezuela
- Timezone: America/Caracas
- Location Name: Pasadena, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1477849
- Longitude: -118.1445155
- Place ID: ChIJUQszONzCwoARSo_RGhZBKwU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Pasadena, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
