The movie “Grounded” (originally titled “Unaccompanied Minors”) released in 2006, is an adventure and comedy film set during the holiday season. A group of kids, having no accompaniment, forge a friendship when a snowstorm maroons them at Hoover International Airport. Directed by Paul Feig, the film features Lewis Black, Wilmer Valderrama, Tyler James Williams, and other stars playing different characters.
Where it Filmed?
The scenes of “Grounded” were brought to life at various locations across the state of Utah, USA. Specific filming sites included the Salt Lake International Airport, the city of Echo, Salt Lake City, Sandy, and West Valley City. Filming took off from March 1, 2006.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Lewis Black | Oliver Porter |
| Wilmer Valderrama | Zach Van Bourke |
| Tyler James Williams | Charlie Goldfinch |
| Dyllan Christopher | Spencer Davenport |
| Brett Kelly | Timothy ‘Beef’ Wellington |
| Quinn Shephard | Donna Malone |
| Paget Brewster | Valerie Davenport |
| Rob Corddry | Sam Davenport |
| Dominique Saldaña | Katherine Davenport |
| Jessica Walter | Cindi |
| Rob Riggle | Head Guard Hoffman |
| Michelle Sandler | Mary Lynn |
| David Koechner | Ernie |
| B.J. Novak | Desk Attendant |
| Mindy Kaling | Restaurant Hostess |
| Kevin McDonald | Guard in the Hall #1 |
| Bruce McCulloch | Guard in the Hall #2 |
| Mark McKinney | Guard in the Hall #3 |
| Steve Bannos | Tree Salesman |
| Tony Hale | Alan Davies |
| Cedric Yarbrough | Melvin Goldfinch |
| Kristen Wiig | Carole Malone |
| Nick Thune | Handsome Santa |
| Heather Beers | Flight Attendant |
| Allie Mac Kay | Perky Presenter |
| Sandra Tsing Loh | UM Room Attendant |
| Michael Maiello | UM Room Attendant |
| Wayne Federman | Airport Attendant |
| Annette Wright | Airport Attendant |
| Ben Falcone | Santa at Mall |
| Al Roker | Al Roker |
| Stan Ellsworth | Huge Guy at Hotel |
| Stephen Liska | Hotel Desk Clerk |
| Lauren McKnight | Jetsetter |
| Noah Bastian | Jetsetter |
| Shareece Pfeiffer | Pretty Mall Girl |
| Darren Ewing | Admiral’s Club Host |
| Joe Lookinland | Bully |
| Brooks Bedore | Bully |
| Lerin Porter | Owen Marks |
| Gary Morgan | Baggage Handler |
| Jim Wilkey | Baggage Handler |
| Hayden Holbrook | Bathroom Boy |
| Benjamin Ho | Bathroom Boy |
| Tyler Scott Drewes | Tough Kid |
| Kim W. Powell | Ivy League Santa |
| Micaela Nelligan | Beef’s Mom |
| Conrad E. Palmisano | Santa |
| Haley Fife | Beef’s Pretty Girl |
| Alisa Taylor | Girlfriend |
| Ana Queren Seabra | Girlfriend |
| Mallory Bouchard | Girlfriend |
| Dana Anquoe | Airport passenger (uncredited) |
| Teri Garr | Aunt Judy / Valerie’s Sister (uncredited) |
| Bill Gillane | Shopper (uncredited) |
| Juliette Hansen | Airport Traveler (uncredited) |
| Sheila Hunter | Flight attendant (uncredited) |
| Sierra Jamison | Elf (uncredited) |
| Jimmy Manning | Traveler (uncredited) |
| Denali McKinney | Unaccompanied Minor (uncredited) |
| Joshua David McLerran | Traveler (uncredited) |
| Taylor Moulton | Unaccompanied Minor (uncredited) |
| Cal Nguyen | Soldier (uncredited) |
| Greyson Richey | Burping Boy (uncredited) |
| David Sandquist | Airline Pilot (uncredited) |
| Brian Smyj | Guard (uncredited) |
| Josh Twelves | Traveler in Wheelchair (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Original title of the movie was “Unaccompanied Minors.”
- The film was directed by Paul Feig.
- The storyline centers around unaccompanied kids stranded in an airport during the holidays.
- Jacob Meszaros and Mya Stark penned down the script of the film.
- Lewis Black played Oliver Porter, Wilmer Valderrama interpreted the role of Zach Van Bourke, Tyler James Williams enacted Charlie Goldfinch in the film.
- The movie got one accolade and received three nominations.
- The film sparked 81 user reviews and 57 ratings by critics.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Salt Lake International Airport – 776 N. Terminal Drive, Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
- Latitude: 40.7843175
- Longitude: -111.9848144
- Place ID: ChIJMZaYZ7jzUocRejU-GgaPsrs
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 776 N Terminal Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84122, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: Echo, Utah, USA
- Latitude: 40.97789849999999
- Longitude: -111.4413165
- Place ID: ChIJs1fCNBc3UocRAsmjXBjEXpY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Echo, UT, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
- Latitude: 40.7607793
- Longitude: -111.8910474
- Place ID: ChIJ7THRiJQ9UocRyjFNSKC3U1s
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Salt Lake City, UT, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: Sandy, Utah, USA
- Latitude: 40.5649781
- Longitude: -111.8389726
- Place ID: ChIJSW5OwfhkUocRmVRxEMt64l8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Sandy, UT, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: West Valley City, Utah, USA
- Latitude: 40.6916132
- Longitude: -112.0010501
- Place ID: ChIJs4g1-t2MUocR5ax4jZl0e_U
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: West Valley City, UT, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
