Elf, released in 2003, is a fun-filled adventure-comedy movie. This article shares information about the different places where it was shot and introduces you to who portrayed the characters. Additionally, you can learn exciting facts about the movie and what happened behind the scenes.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was filmed in a number of locations. Some scenes were captured in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Then there was 55 Central Park West, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA, and Macy’s Flagship at 151 W 34th Street, also in Manhattan, New York City. Other shooting locales included the Lincoln Tunnel and Rockefeller Center, both in New York City. The filming spanned from December 9, 2002, to March 7, 2003.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Will Ferrell | Buddy |
| James Caan | Walter Hobbs |
| Bob Newhart | Papa Elf |
| Edward Asner | Santa |
| Mary Steenburgen | Emily Hobbs |
| Zooey Deschanel | Jovie |
| Daniel Tay | Michael |
| Faizon Love | Gimbel’s Manager |
| Peter Dinklage | Miles Finch |
| Amy Sedaris | Deb |
| Michael Lerner | Fulton |
| Andy Richter | Morris |
| Kyle Gass | Eugene |
| Artie Lange | Gimbel’s Santa |
| Leon Redbone | Leon the Snowman (voice) |
| Ray Harryhausen | Polar Bear Cub (voice) |
| Claire Lautier | News Reporter Charlotte Denon |
| Ted Friend | NY 1 Anchor |
| Patrick Ferrell | Security Guard |
| Patrick McCartney | Security Guard |
| Jon Favreau | Ben – Walter Hobbs’ Doctor |
| Lydia Lawson-Baird | Carolyn |
| Annie Brebner | Elf Student |
| Luke Pohl | Elf Student |
| Meghan Black | Elf |
| Patrick Baynham | Elf |
| Michael Roberds | Disgruntled Cobbler Elf |
| Patrick Hulne | Elf Twin |
| Richard Side | Elf Teacher |
| Kristian Ayre | Foom Foom |
| Lorin Heath | Perfume Clerk |
| Dillard Brinson | Printer |
| Brad Turner | Office Co-Worker |
| David Berenbaum | Office Co-Worker |
| Brenda Crichlow | Office Co-Worker |
| Oscar Goncalves | Francisco |
| Mary Black | Nurse |
| Mark Acheson | Mailroom Guy |
| Robin Mossley | Chuck |
| Paul Schofield | Kid with Santa |
| Matt Walsh | Self |
| Will McCormack | Witness |
| Gus Michael | Witness |
| Alexandra Michael | Child |
| Terry J. Scarlatos | Police Officer |
| Jonathan Bruce | Biker |
| Akeem A. Smith | School Kid |
| Michael Christopher Fischetti | School Kid |
| Jane Bradbury | Susan Welles |
| Simone Bailly | Perfume Saleswoman (uncredited) |
| Peter Billingsley | Ming Ming (uncredited) |
| Craig Castaldo | Radioman (uncredited) |
| Anthony Rocco Cavaleri | Police Officer (uncredited) |
| John Cygan | Man (uncredited) |
| Natasha Denis | Gimbels Elf (uncredited) |
| Graeme Duffy | Orange Elf (uncredited) |
| Max Favreau | Young Buddy (uncredited) |
| Jay Finocchiaro | Passerby (uncredited) |
| Spencer Kayden | Perfume Shopper (uncredited) |
| Maurice LaMarche | Buddy’s Belch (uncredited) (voice) |
| Rachel Lana Li | Child (uncredited) |
| Dal McKennon | Jack in the Box – Laugh (uncredited) (archiveSound) |
| Nance Nickels | Extra in Crowd (uncredited) |
| Albert Precourt | Passerby (uncredited) |
| Reginald Colin Rowley | Santa’s Elf (uncredited) |
| Jamie Vergan | Ice Skater (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
The movie, with a duration of 1 hour 37 minutes, was publicly released on March 16, 2004. Elf showcases the story of Buddy, an oversized elf, who travels from the North Pole to New York City to meet his biological father, Walter Hobbs. Walter is oblivious to Buddy’s existence and heavily lacks the Christmas spirit.
Jon Favreau directed the movie, and David Berenbaum wrote it. The stars of the film were Will Ferrell, James Caan, and Bob Newhart. The movie earned 2 awards and received 7 additional nominations.
The cast was confirmed complete; with the main roles played by Will Ferrell as Buddy, James Caan as Walter Hobbs, Bob Newhart as Papa Elf, and Edward Asner as Santa. Mary Steenburgen played Emily Hobbs, Zooey Deschanel as Jovie, and Daniel Tay as Michael. The movie also featured Faizon Love, Peter Dinklage, Amy Sedaris, Michael Lerner, Andy Richter, Kyle Gass, Artie Lange, and Leon Redbone who provided the voice for Leon the Snowman.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
- Latitude: 49.2827291
- Longitude: -123.1207375
- Place ID: ChIJs0-pQ_FzhlQRi_OBm-qWkbs
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Timezone: America/Vancouver
- Location Name: 55 Central Park West, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7722757
- Longitude: -73.979081
- Place ID: ChIJldGk9vRYwokRugruorPfWjY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 55 Central Park W, New York, NY 10023, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Lincoln Tunnel, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7619245
- Longitude: -74.0073292
- Place ID: EiFMaW5jb2xuIFR1bm5lbCwgTmV3IFlvcmssIE5ZLCBVU0EiLiosChQKEgkhLUSuNVjCiRGrhWntQ61ULRIUChIJOwg_06VPwokRYv534QaPC8g
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Lincoln Tunnel, New York, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Rockefeller Center, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7587402
- Longitude: -73.9786736
- Place ID: ChIJ9U1mz_5YwokRosza1aAk0jM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 45 Rockefeller Plaza, New York, NY 10111, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
