“Baby Blue Marine” is a movie that was released in the year 1976. The film tells the story of a failed Marine trainee’s journey, where he encounters intriguing situations and significant characters. There are many fascinating aspects about the film, including where it was shot, who the actors were, and some interesting behind-the-scenes facts.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was primarily filmed in various locations in California, USA. These places include the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, McCloud River, Siskiyou County, McCloud, and Weed. The filming was carried out from May 5, 1975, to June 1975.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jan-Michael Vincent | Marion |
| Glynnis O’Connor | Rose |
| Katherine Helmond | Mrs. Hudkins |
| Dana Elcar | Sheriff Wenzel |
| Bert Remsen | Mr. Hudkins |
| Richard Gere | Raider |
| Art Lund | Mr. Elmore |
| Michael Conrad | Drill Instructor |
| Allan Miller | Capt. Bittman |
| Michael LeClair | Barney Hudkins |
| Will Seltzer | Pvt. Phelps |
| Lelia Goldoni | Mrs. Townsley |
| Marshall Efron | Cook |
| Barton Heyman | Barber |
| Adam Arkin | Rupe |
| Damon Douglas | Dobbs |
| Barry Greenberg | Idiot #1 |
| John Blyth Barrymore | Idiot #2 |
| John Calvin | Paratrooper |
| Richard Narita | Masamura |
| Keone Young | Katsu |
| Phyllis Glick | Girl Behind Bus Counter |
| William Martel | Bartender |
| Warren Burton | Second Serviceman |
| Abraham Alvarez | First Serviceman |
| Bill Sorrells | Coach |
| Duncan Gamble | Sailor |
| Tita Bell | Girl #1 |
| Lani O’Grady | Girl #2 |
| Barbara Dodd | Mother |
| John Drew Barrymore | (uncredited) |
| Bob Harks | Captain (uncredited) |
| Jay Rasumny | Marine on Bus Who Says ‘Hey Betty Grable – You’re O.K.’ (uncredited) |
| Craig Reed | Army Corporal (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The “baby blue” fatigues worn by the protagonist symbolizes his status as a washout from the Marine training.
- This film marks the last credited movie appearance of actor John Drew Barrymore. He left the industry after completing this movie, living as a recluse for the next 25 years.
- During a flag ceremony at the Japanese internment camp depicted in the film, the incorrect bugle call is used. It was supposed to mark the lowering of the flag at day’s end, known as a “Retreat” ceremony, but the filmmakers used the bugle call for “Retreat” instead of “To The Colors”.
- The film features “Dark Victory (1939)” and the song “I’ll Be Seeing You”.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.3178416
- Longitude: -117.3205123
- Place ID: ChIJd_m66aN73IARH8g1oNkLf8w
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Camp Pendleton North, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Weed, California, USA
- Latitude: 41.42264979999999
- Longitude: -122.3861269
- Place ID: ChIJWU8Qh5d0zlQRbvpUQNTvvts
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Weed, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: McCloud River, California, USA
- Latitude: 41.03323502171893
- Longitude: -122.1530963122813
- Place ID: ChIJuXWjPUaPzVQRhoadcbY3Gu0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: McCloud River, California, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Siskiyou County, California, USA
- Latitude: 41.7743261
- Longitude: -122.5770126
- Place ID: ChIJ4zDVKb3ZzVQRTEgV1H5pDrI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Siskiyou County, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
