Starman is a film from 1984, combining both romance and science fiction elements. The story follows an extraterrestrial being that takes the form of a widowed woman’s spouse and asks her to take him back to where he belongs in Arizona, all while being chased by government agents and a scientist. This article is about where the movie was filmed, who played the roles, and highlights some fascinating facts about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
The shooting locations for “Starman” movie spanned across different parts of the United States. These included the Meteor Crater in Barringer, Arizona, Monument Valley in Arizona, along with the city of Winslow in Arizona. A specific location was the site on Interstate 40 Wb in Winslow, Arizona, and the city of Manchester, Tennessee. The filming started on February 21, 1984, and proceeded steadily until July 6, 1984.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jeff Bridges | Starman |
| Karen Allen | Jenny Hayden |
| Charles Martin Smith | Mark Shermin |
| Richard Jaeckel | George Fox |
| Robert Phalen | Major Bell |
| Tony Edwards | Sergeant Lemon |
| John Walter Davis | Brad Heinmuller |
| Ted White | Deer Hunter |
| Dirk Blocker | Cop #1 |
| M.C. Gainey | Cop #2 |
| Russ Benning | Scientist |
| Ralph Cosham | Marine Lieutenant |
| David Wells | Fox’s Assistant |
| Anthony Grumbach | NSA Officer |
| Alex Daniels | Gas Station Attendant |
| Carol Rosenthal | Gas Customer |
| Mickey Jones | Trucker |
| Lu Leonard | Roadhouse Waitress |
| Charlie Hughes | Bus Driver |
| Byron Walls | Police Sergeant |
| Betty Bunch | Truck Stop Waitress |
| Victor McLemore | Roadblock Lt. |
| Steven Brennan | Roadblock Sergeant |
| Pat Lee | Bracero Wife |
| Judith Kim | Girl Barker |
| Ronald L. Colby | Cafe Waiter |
| Robert Stein | State Trooper |
| Kenny Call | Donnie Bob |
| Jeff Ramsey | Hunter #1 |
| Jerry Gatlin | Hunter #2 |
| David Daniell | Letterman |
| Randy Tutton | 2nd Letterman |
| John Carpenter | Man in Helicopter (uncredited) |
| Steve Dressler | Casino Photographer (uncredited) |
| Joel Edwards | Gas Station Attendant (uncredited) |
| Deborah Kerr | Karen Holmes (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| Burt Lancaster | Sgt. Milton Warden (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| Nick Sagan | Self (uncredited) (archiveFootage) (voice) |
| Mike Skiff | Extra (uncredited) |
| Veronica J. Valentini | Roadblock Extra (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
Starman was directed by the celebrated filmmaker, John Carpenter. The screenwriting responsibility was held by Bruce A. Evans and Raynold Gideon. Among the cast were renowned actors Jeff Bridges, Karen Allen, and Charles Martin Smith – with each delivering memorable performances. Jeff Bridges took on the role of the Starman, and Karen Allen played Jenny Hayden. Charles Martin Smith was Mark Shermin in the movie. Other supporting cast members included Richard Jaeckel as George Fox, Robert Phalen as Major Bell, Tony Edwards as Sergeant Lemon, among others. The film was praised, resulting in being nominated for an Oscar. Besides, it won one award and received five other nominations.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Meteor Crater, Barringer, Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 35.0277544
- Longitude: -111.0221934
- Place ID: ChIJL1E4f110LocRnv14nqI0w-A
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Arizona 86047, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
- Location Name: Monument Valley, Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 36.9913715
- Longitude: -110.1938672
- Place ID: ChIJpYbdG4QuN4cRkNg705qpqj4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Oljato-Monument Valley, AZ 84536, USA
- Timezone: America/Denver
- Location Name: Winslow, Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 35.0241873
- Longitude: -110.6973571
- Place ID: ChIJt0OkYAtCLocR6CYX9a9RyME
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Winslow, AZ 86047, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
- Location Name: 40440 Interstate 40 Wb, Winslow, AZ 86047, USA
- Latitude: 35.0943124
- Longitude: -110.9351875
- Place ID: ChIJRSZ0IzMNLocRrxShzhEz70o
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 40440 Interstate 40 Wb, Winslow, AZ 86047, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
- Location Name: Manchester, Tennessee, USA
- Latitude: 35.4817431
- Longitude: -86.0885993
- Place ID: ChIJY3D9NGFoYYgR5Ertvu1VmgA
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Manchester, TN 37355, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
