Assault on a Queen is a film made in 1966 based on an adventure and crime story. The movie was shot at various locations and showcases actors like Frank Sinatra, Virna Lisi, and Anthony Franciosa playing unique characters. The article will dig deeper into the filming locations and dates, along with certain notable facts about the movie and its backstage trivia.
Where it Filmed?
The shooting of Assault on a Queen took place at several locations. A significant part of the movie was filmed at RMS Queen Mary situated at 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, California, USA. Some scenes were also captured at 20th Century Fox Ranch, Malibu Creek State Park, located at 1925 Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas, California, USA. The Paramount Studios, at 5555 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA, also served as one of the filming locations. The recording of the movie commenced on September 20, 1965.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Frank Sinatra | Mark Brittain |
| Virna Lisi | Rosa Lucchesi |
| Anthony Franciosa | Vic Rossiter |
| Richard Conte | Tony Moreno |
| Alf Kjellin | Eric Lauffnauer |
| Errol John | Linc Langley |
| Murray Matheson | Captain |
| Reginald Denny | Master-at-Arms |
| John Warburton | Bank Manager |
| Lester Matthews | Doctor |
| Val Avery | Trench |
| Gilchrist Stuart | Officer #1 |
| Ronald Long | Officer #2 |
| Leslie Bradley | Officer #3 |
| Arthur Gould-Porter | Officer #4 |
| Frank Baker | Ship Passenger (uncredited) |
| Alan Baxter | Larry – Crewman (uncredited) |
| Laurence Conroy | Junior Officer Mister Conroy (uncredited) |
| Walt Davis | Chef (uncredited) |
| Douglas Deane | Assistant Purser (uncredited) |
| Noel Drayton | Elevator Operator (uncredited) |
| Bob Hoy | Coast Guard Officer (uncredited) |
| Ray Kellogg | Skipper (uncredited) |
| Donald Lawton | Chief Radio Operator (uncredited) |
| Barbara Morrison | Woman with the Diamond (uncredited) |
| Jack Raine | Bartender (uncredited) |
| Leoda Richards | Ship Passenger (uncredited) |
| Robert Shawley | Chief Radio Operator (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Duke Ellington who was the movie’s composer had to leave the scoring due to a tour. As a result, Van Cleave and Frank Comstock stepped in to orchestrate as well as complete the film’s score and arrangements. Only five of Ellington’s scores could be conserved with the rest being contributions from the arrangers. Sadly, the master tapes of the score are missing, limiting the extent of Ellington’s contribution.
- A noticeable goof up in the movie can be seen when the submarine is beneath the Queen Mary. The hand of a technician can be seen shaking the stern of the U-Boat model back and forth in the prop wake. Though it might not be visible in the pan/scan version, it is quite evident in the new Blu-Ray hi-def transfer.
- The film was also referenced in another movie “You’re a Big Boy Now” made in the same year 1966.
- A quote from the movie by character Mark Brittain “She’s so deep in my gut, we breathe together.” is quite noteworthy too.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: RMS Queen Mary – 1126 Queens Highway, Long Beach, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.7526356
- Longitude: -118.1903235
- Place ID: ChIJlWtAnNgw3YARNP74lzYz21U
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 1126 Queens Hwy, Long Beach, CA 90802, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: 20th Century Fox Ranch, Malibu Creek State Park – 1925 Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0979551
- Longitude: -118.7314142
- Place ID: ChIJlx3KFc0h6IARIAENDLDVp-A
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Malibu Creek State Park, 1925 Las Virgenes Road, Calabasas, CA 91302, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Paramount Studios – 5555 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0843803
- Longitude: -118.3207067
- Place ID: ChIJ_donNlS5woARcJfEy5cZ3Eo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 5555 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
