Bowfinger is a comical movie released in 1999. The film showcases stars like Steve Martin, Eddie Murphy and Heather Graham, and revolves around a desperate movie producer trying to secretly shoot a film. This overview will reveal some interesting details about where the movie was filmed and some intriguing behind-the-scenes facts about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
Bowfinger was filmed at a range of locations, all in California. The Pacific Design Center on Melrose Avenue, West Hollywood, is one spot. The filming also happened at 1621 Vista Del Mar Avenue in Hollywood, Los Angeles. Other shooting venues are 380 South San Rafael Avenue, Pasadena, Rae’s Restaurant on Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, and the iconic Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles. The filming spanned from June 15, 1998, to September 23, 1998.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Steve Martin | Bowfinger |
| Eddie Murphy | Kit Ramsey / Jiff Ramsey |
| Heather Graham | Daisy |
| Christine Baranski | Carol |
| Jamie Kennedy | Dave |
| Barry Newman | Kit’s Agent |
| Adam Alexi-Malle | Afrim |
| Kohl Sudduth | Slater |
| Terence Stamp | Terry Stricter |
| Robert Downey Jr. | Jerry Renfro |
| Alfred De Contreras | Martinez |
| Ramiro Fabian | Hector |
| Johnny Sanchez | Luis |
| Claude Brooks | Freddy |
| Kevin Scannell | LA Cop |
| John Prosky | MindHead Executive |
| Michael Dempsey | Camera Security Guard |
| Walter Powell | Federal Express Man |
| Phill Lewis | Actor at Audition |
| Marisol Nichols | Young Actress at Audition |
| Nathan Anderson | Clothing Sales Clerk |
| Brogan Roche | Renfro’s Executive |
| John Cho | Nightclub Cleaner |
| Lloyd Berman | Camera Store Clerk |
| Zaid Farid | Kit’s Limo Driver |
| Aaron Brumfield | Kit’s Bodyguard |
| Kevin Grevioux | Kit’s Bodyguard |
| Kimble Jemison | Kit’s Assistant |
| Alex Craig Mann | Studio Executive |
| Laura Grady | E! Channel Interviewer |
| Reamy Hall | Farrah |
| Michelle Boehle | Laker Girl |
| Kimberly Baum | Laker Girl |
| Megan Denton | Laker Girl |
| Janet Jaeger | Laker Girl |
| Hope Wood | Laker Girl |
| Addie Yungmee | Laker Girl |
| Andrea Toste | Laker Girl |
| Mindy | Betsy – Bowfinger’s Dog |
| Martin Andris | Premiere Guest (uncredited) |
| Adam Carrera | News Reporter (uncredited) |
| John Forker | Club Patron (uncredited) |
| Carl Kocis | Reporter at Premier (uncredited) |
| Jason Lemons | Paparazzo (uncredited) |
| Tiger Mendez | ‘Mongo’ Premiere Guest (uncredited) |
| Douglas M. Nelson | Confederate Soldier (uncredited) |
| Rick Solis | Limo driver (uncredited) |
| Emerson Stitt | Man eating dinner with Woman (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
Here are some bits of trivia and exciting facts about “Bowfinger”:
– The movie lasted for about 1 hour and 37 minutes.
– It was released on August 13, 1999, in Canada.
– The director of the movie was Frank Oz and the writer was Steve Martin.
– Steve Martin took up the role of Bowfinger in the movie.
– The movie was nominated for six awards.
– The unique point in the movie is the presence of Eddie Murphy playing dual roles as Kit Ramsey and Jiff Ramsey.
– Other main characters include Heather Graham as Daisy, Christine Baranski as Carol, and Robert Downey Jr. as Jerry Renfro.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Pacific Design Center – 8687 Melrose Avenue, West Hollywood, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0822095
- Longitude: -118.3823465
- Place ID: ChIJ0ZUa6q–woARezmvmGBOKOY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 8687 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: 1621 Vista Del Mar Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1006169
- Longitude: -118.3243812
- Place ID: ChIJGYBHQji_woARxyLq7zBtKUg
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 1621 Vista Del Mar Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: 380 South San Rafael Avenue, Pasadena, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1374299
- Longitude: -118.1700156
- Place ID: ChIJR8VdTYXDwoARR5gqc5Coptk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 380 S San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Rae’s Restaurant, 2901 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0250248
- Longitude: -118.4595917
- Place ID: ChIJSW8VcBe7woAR8DwpRv0V0bI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 2901 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
