The film “Killer Tomatoes Strike Back!” is a comedic movie from 1991. This article provides an overview of the movie, its filming locations, and the roles each actor played. We will delve into interesting facts and backstage details to make the movie’s world come alive for you.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was shot in various places around San Diego, California, USA, including the famous San Diego Zoo. Filming took place from April 30, 1990, until June 1990.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Rick Rockwell | Lance Boyle |
| John Witherspoon | Evan Rood |
| John Astin | Jeronahew / Professor Mortimer Gangreen |
| Crystal Carson | Kennedi Johnson |
| Steve Lundquist | Igor |
| Zollo Cortez | Mr. & Mrs. America |
| John De Bello | Charles White |
| Cal Worthington | Cal Worthington |
| Robin Abb | Betty Won’t |
| Journalist | |
| Lane Post | Man on Street |
| ‘Squeeze’ Del Monte | Maurice |
| Tomato | |
| ‘Seedy’ Heinz | Leo |
| Tomato | |
| D.J. Sullivan | Mrs. Williams |
| Kevin West | Bank Teller |
| Frank Davis | Sam Smith |
| Craig Lefferts | Craig Lefferts |
| Jack Owen | Sportscaster Wannabe |
| Spike Sorrentino | Hockey Player |
| Kelley Matzenauer | Sherri Coke |
| Charlie Jones | Charlie Jones |
| Lisa Kaseman | Receptionist |
| Michael Hoey | Bank Customer (uncredited) |
| Margaret Sutton | Old Woman (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- A highlight of the film is the brainwashing world domination attempt by Professor Gangrene, which is thwarted by a police assistant and a ‘tomatologist’.
- The main director and writers of the film were John De Bello, Costa Dillon, and Rick Rockwell. The stars of the movie include Debi Fares, Rick Rockwell, and John Witherspoon.
- Notably, the Professor Gangrene character is played by John Astin. John De Bello also played a character named Charles White.
- Other key roles include Kennedi Johnson played by Crystal Carson, Lance Boyle by Rick Rockwell, and Evan Rood by John Witherspoon.
- The film also involved a large crew with various roles such as key makeup artists, first and second assistant directors, and numerous artists and carpenters for the Art Department.
- The comedic film explores the outlandish scenario of killer tomatoes attacking people, and intriguingly, the film shows the beginnings of a carrot uprising.
- The movie has a runtime of 87 minutes and holds a ‘Not Rated’ certification in the United States. However, it is certified PG in several other countries.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: San Diego Zoo – 2920 Zoo Drive, San Diego, California, USA
- Latitude: 32.7360353
- Longitude: -117.1509849
- Place ID: ChIJyYB_SZVU2YARR-I1Jjf08F0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: San Diego, California, USA
- Latitude: 32.715738
- Longitude: -117.1610838
- Place ID: ChIJSx6SrQ9T2YARed8V_f0hOg0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: San Diego, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
