Joyride to Nowhere is a 1977 action crime film featuring the story of two teenage friends escaping their problematic homes in search of freedom. The film was directed by Mel Welles and Ronald C. Ross, and it features actors such as Leslie Ackerman, Sandy Alan, and Len Lesser. The following information sheds light on the filming locations, the movie-making process, and some behind-the-scenes facts about the film.
Where it Filmed?
The filming of Joyride to Nowhere took place in California, USA. The movie started its filming on February 21, 1977. The iconic landscapes of California provided the perfect backdrop for this road film.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Leslie Ackerman | Leah |
| Len Lesser | Charlie |
| Mel Welles | Tank McCall |
| Speed Stearns | Jake |
| Gary Gabelich | Swede |
| Dino Nova | Tip |
| John Alderman | Lieutenant |
| Jan Curnow | Waitress |
| Bill Drake | Detective |
| Mike Dunn | Policeman #1 |
| Linda Gary | Boutique Clerk |
| Tani Guthrie | Edna |
| Barry Hamilton | Jim |
| Herb Honis | Sheriff Tooley |
| Larry Howe | Policeman #2 |
| Tom McMullen | Jo Jo |
| Dede McNeal | Dede |
| John Rimpau | Brinks Truck Driver |
| Clark Ross | Security Guard |
| Mike Ryan | Boy #3 |
| John Scheller | Brinks Truck Guard |
| Dan Sturkie | Mr. Braddock |
| Clyde Phillip Taylor | Motel Clerk |
| John Thompson | Al |
| Bill Timmerman | Policeman #3 |
| Keven Welles | Boy #2 |
| Bert Williams | Homer |
| Tomiko | Street Racers |
| Big Willie | Street Racers |
| Frederick Long | (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The script for Joyride to Nowhere was remarkably put together in just four days.
- In the film’s final chase scene, there was an evident goof where despite having two girls in the Cadillac, some shots displayed the driver only.
- The movie has been referenced in another film called “Car Chase Pictures” released in 2014.
- One of the soundtracks used in the film is titled “We’ll Go It Alone”.
- The title of the film was superimposed over the final frame after the opening sequence of the joyride in midair flight.
- A peculiar conversation from the movie where Leah asks about the car’s problem and Cindy sarcastically replies with “It’s probably the engine” has been quoted by viewers often.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: California, USA
- Latitude: 36.778261
- Longitude: -119.4179324
- Place ID: ChIJPV4oX_65j4ARVW8IJ6IJUYs
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: California, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
