The movie 1408, released in 2007, explores the eerie happenings in Room 1408 of the fictitious ‘Dolphin Hotel’. The film is notable for its unique filming locations and casts John Cusack and Samuel L Jackson in pivotal roles. Let’s delve deeper into where the movie was actually filmed and uncover intriguing tidbits about the production.
Where it Filmed?
The movie had various filming locations. Roosevelt Hotel in Manhattan, New York City, served as the notorious ‘Dolphin Hotel’. There were scenes shot at The Reform Club, St. James’s, London and also at Hermosa Beach, California. Elstree Studios in Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, England and Los Angeles, California were other filming areas. The film was shot between July 10, 2006, and October 14, 2006.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| John Cusack | Mike Enslin |
| Tony Shalhoub | Sam Farrell |
| Len Cariou | Mike’s Father |
| Isiah Whitlock Jr. | Hotel Engineer |
| Jasmine Jessica Anthony | Katie |
| Paul Birchard | Mr. Innkeeper |
| Margot Leicester | Mrs. Innkeeper |
| Walter Lewis | Book Store Cashier |
| Eric Meyers | Man #1 at Book Signing |
| David Nicholson | Man #2 at Book Signing |
| Holly Hayes | Lady at Book Signing |
| Alexandra Silber | Young Woman at Book Signing |
| Johann Urb | Surfer Dude |
| Andrew Lee Potts | Mailbox Guy |
| Emily Harvey | Secretary |
| Samuel L. Jackson | Gerald Olin |
| William Armstrong | Clay the Lawyer |
| Kim Thomson | Desk Clerk |
| Drew Powell | Assistant Hotel Manager |
| Noah Lee Margetts | Bellboy |
| Mary McCormack | Lily |
| Gil Cohen-Alloro | Maitre D’ |
| Benny Urquidez | Claw Hammer Maniac |
| Ray Nicholas | Factory Owner |
| Tina Maskell | 1950s Lady |
| Paul Kasey | Kevin O’Malley |
| George Cottle | Mailbox Worker |
| Julian Spencer | Mailbox Worker |
| Angel Oquendo | Taxi Cab Driver |
| Thomas A. McMahon | Cop #1 |
| Chris Carey | Fireman |
| Kevin Dobson | Priest |
| Lily Grace Alexander | 10 Year Old Girl (in director’s cut only) |
| Peter Conboy | Man Outside Hotel Fire (uncredited) |
| Georgie Lee-Robinson | Book Store Assistant (uncredited) |
| Bernadette Lords | Hotel Guest (uncredited) |
| Rob McGillivray | Bellboy (uncredited) |
| Mike Quinn | Hotel Guest (uncredited) |
| Nikky Smedley | Gossipy Hotel Guest (uncredited) |
| Steve Somers | Father of 10yr Old Girl (uncredited) |
| Kate Walsh | Mike Enslin’s ex-wife (uncredited) |
| Jacob White | Bellboy (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie 1408 was released in 2007.
- John Cusack portrayed the character of Mike Enslin, a writer doubting paranormal activities.
- Samuel L Jackson played Gerald Olin, the reluctant hotel manager.
- The fictitious ‘Dolphin Hotel’ featured in the movie is actually the Roosevelt Hotel in New York.
- The interior of the ‘Dolphin’s’ lobby was shot at The Reform Club, London.
- Despite its American setting, much of the film was shot at Elstree Studios in the UK.
- The film runs for 1 hour and 44 minutes, belonging to the Fantasy and Horror genre.
- Director Mikael Håfström helmed the project.
- Matt Greenberg, Scott Alexander, and Larry Karaszewski wrote the screenplay.
- The film won 4 awards and received 12 nominations.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Roosevelt Hotel – 45th Street & Madison Avenue, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7546645
- Longitude: -73.9772368
- Place ID: ChIJmSOiBv5YwokR6EhyoFNCayA
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 45 E 45th St, New York, NY 10017, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Hermosa Beach, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.8622366
- Longitude: -118.3995194
- Place ID: ChIJrTm74X6zwoARQM6_cTJOEis
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Hermosa Beach, CA 90254, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Elstree Studios, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, England, UK
- Latitude: 51.65813989999999
- Longitude: -0.2692358
- Place ID: ChIJW76KtW0WdkgRK85AJ7hP5LI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Elstree Film Studios, Shenley Rd, Borehamwood WD6 1JG, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Location Name: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0549076
- Longitude: -118.242643
- Place ID: ChIJE9on3F3HwoAR9AhGJW_fL-I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
