The film ‘A Monster Calls’ was released in 2016 and is a blend of adventure and drama. It tells the story of a twelve-year-old boy named Conor who finds companionship in a tree monster, helping him cope with his bullied life and his mother’s terminal illness. The movie, led by actor Lewis MacDougall playing Conor, has its filming locations and dates, and other exciting facts shared below.
Where it Filmed?
A Monster Calls’ was filmed in various locations across England. The key filming sites include Bolton in Greater Manchester, Rivington Pike in Bolton, Lancashire, and the ‘Great Times Chinese Restaurant’ located in Lancastria House in Preston, Lancashire. Other attractive venues included 525 Ocean Boulevard, North Pier, and the splendid promenade in Blackpool, Lancashire. Unfortunately, the specific filming dates for these locations aren’t available.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Lewis MacDougall | Conor |
| Sigourney Weaver | Grandma |
| Felicity Jones | Mum |
| Toby Kebbell | Dad |
| Ben Moor | Mr. Clark |
| James Melville | Harry |
| Oliver Steer | Sully |
| Dominic Boyle | Anton |
| Jennifer Lim | Miss Kwan |
| Max Gabbay | Steven |
| Morgan Symes | Lawyer |
| Max Golds | 5-Year-Old Connor |
| Frida Palsson | Lily’s Mum |
| Wanda Opalinska | Female Nurse |
| Patrick Taggart | Teacher |
| Lily-Rose Aslandogdu | Lily |
| Geraldine Chaplin | The Head Teacher |
| Liam Neeson | The Monster (voice) |
| Kai Arnthal | Student (uncredited) |
| Lee Bolton | Rollercoster Rider (uncredited) |
| Duna Got | School Girl (uncredited) |
| Garry Marriott | Paramedic (uncredited) |
| Jake Talbot | Rollercoaster Boy (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film was directed by none other than J.A. Bayona and was penned by Patrick Ness and Siobhan Dowd.
- Besides Conor, roles were brilliantly performed by Sigourney Weaver as Grandma, Felicity Jones as Mum, and other noteworthy performances by Toby Kebbell, Ben Moor, James Melville, amongst others.
- The movie was a recipient of 39 awards and amassed 57 nominations, showcasing its exceptional storytelling and performances.
- Several users and critics have shared their thoughts on the film, with 302 users and 360 critics providing reviews.
- Behind the scenes, every cast member fulfilled their assigned roles meticulously, making ‘A Monster Calls’ a memorable viewing experience.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Bolton, Greater Manchester, England, UK
- Latitude: 53.57686469999999
- Longitude: -2.4282192
- Place ID: ChIJkxw73CkGe0gRInhV_voMpMo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Bolton, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Location Name: Rivington Pike, Rivington, Bolton, Lancashire, England, UK
- Latitude: 53.6193939
- Longitude: -2.5413179
- Place ID: ChIJ1y2XYX8Je0gRsW3Yj2QW1FQ
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Rivington Pike, Bolton BL6 6RU, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Location Name: Great Times Chinese Restaurant, Lancastria House, 77-79 Lancaster Road, Preston, Lancashire, England, UK
- Latitude: 53.76096829999999
- Longitude: -2.6988454
- Place ID: ChIJo0B0iG9ye0gRYM-zPFV3Yvs
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 77-79 Lancaster Rd, Preston PR1 2QJ, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Location Name: 525 Ocean Boulevard, Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, England, UK
- Latitude: 53.7921059
- Longitude: -3.0540879
- Place ID: ChIJt1OZMxtEe0gRXz4jqVQ4JT4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Blackpool Pleasure Beach, 525 Ocean Boulevard, Blackpool FY4 1EZ, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
- Location Name: North Pier, Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, England, UK
- Latitude: 53.818925
- Longitude: -3.0563901
- Place ID: ChIJf-l6N3JEe0gRjPYRUCGleeU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: North Pier, Promenade, Blackpool FY1 1NE, UK
- Timezone: Europe/London
