The movie “Chinatown” shot in 1974, tells the story of a private investigator caught in a trap of lies, corruption, and murder in Los Angeles during the 1930s. The movie directed by Roman Polanski featured Jack Nicholson, Faye Dunaway, and John Huston in leading roles. Here, you’ll get to know where this film was shot and discover some intriguing behind-the-scenes information.
Where it Filmed?
“Chinatown” was filmed in multiple locations across California, mainly in Los Angeles. One of the filming place was Big Tujunga Wash at Foothill Blvd., Sunland. Other key locations include Echo Park Lake, Echo Park, and Koreatown. Outside of Los Angeles, shooting took place at Trident Ranch, which was the home of actor Walter Brennan at the time, and the Archer School for Girls in Brentwood. Filming began on October 15, 1973, and wrapped up on January 25, 1974.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jack Nicholson | J.J. Gittes |
| Faye Dunaway | Evelyn Mulwray |
| John Huston | Noah Cross |
| Perry Lopez | Escobar |
| John Hillerman | Yelburton |
| Darrell Zwerling | Hollis Mulwray |
| Diane Ladd | Ida Sessions |
| Roy Jenson | Mulvihill |
| Roman Polanski | Man with Knife |
| Joe Mantell | Walsh |
| Bruce Glover | Duffy |
| Nandu Hinds | Sophie |
| James Hong | Evelyn’s Butler |
| Beulah Quo | Maid |
| Jerry Fujikawa | Gardener |
| Belinda Palmer | Katherine |
| Roy Roberts | Mayor Bagby |
| Noble Willingham | Councilman |
| Elliott Montgomery | Councilman |
| Rance Howard | Irate Farmer |
| George Justin | Barber |
| Fritzi Burr | Mulwray’s Secretary |
| Charles Knapp | Mortician |
| Allan Warnick | Clerk |
| John Holland | Farmer in the Valley |
| Jesse Vint | Farmer in the Valley |
| Denny Arnold | Farmer in the Valley |
| Burt Young | Curly |
| Elizabeth Harding | Curly’s Wife |
| John Rogers | Mr. Palmer |
| Cecil Elliott | Emma Dill |
| Paul Jenkins | Policeman |
| Bob Golden | Policeman |
| Don Ames | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Jack Berle | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Duke Fishman | Sign Painter on Door (uncredited) |
| Charles Fogel | Retirement Home Resident (uncredited) |
| Bob Harks | Policeman (uncredited) |
| Robert Hitchcock | Councilman (uncredited) |
| Michael Jeffers | Townsman (uncredited) |
| John Marlin | Waiter (uncredited) |
| Alan Marston | Assistant (uncredited) |
| Rose Michtom | Retirement Home Resident (uncredited) |
| Monty O’Grady | Councilman (uncredited) |
| Joe Pine | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Murray Pollack | Councilman (uncredited) |
| Anthony Redondo | Restaurant Patron (uncredited) |
| Cosmo Sardo | Barber (uncredited) |
| Jack Slate | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Owen Song | Pedestrian (uncredited) |
| Norman Stevans | Maitre D’ (uncredited) |
| Paul Van | Assistant (uncredited) |
| Richard Warren | Driver (uncredited) |
| Wally West | Townsman (uncredited) |
| Chalky Williams | Bailiff (uncredited) |
| Kai J. Wong | Pedestrian (uncredited) |
| Sally Yarnell | Committee Reporter (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie has 2 hours and 10 minutes runtime
- Released on February 9, 2013
- The movie is categorized under drama and mystery
- It ranked 162 in the top-rated movies list
- The film won 1 Oscar, plus 20 more wins and garnered 24 nominations.
- Several well-known actors make the star cast, including Jack Nicholson who played J.J. Gittes, Faye Dunaway as Evelyn Mulwray, and John Huston as Noah Cross among others.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Echo Park Lake, Echo Park, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0728733
- Longitude: -118.2605195
- Place ID: ChIJVd4G6gTHwoAR9IgRs-bC1pk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Echo Park Lake, Los Angeles, CA 90026, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Koreatown, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0635788
- Longitude: -118.3016139
- Place ID: ChIJn4XdaqG4woARwoAQCXIVNx0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Koreatown, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Trident Ranch (actor Walter Brennan’s then-home), 3240 Sunset Valley Road, Moorpark, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.2529147
- Longitude: -118.8508188
- Place ID: ChIJy0rSCiUu6IARptDzeOss-w4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 3240 Sunset Valley Rd, Moorpark, CA 93021, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Archer School for Girls – 11725 Sunset Boulevard, Brentwood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0650914
- Longitude: -118.471615
- Place ID: ChIJ1Q8YULq8woARQECBDwgz6JU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 11725 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90049, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
