This article speaks about the movie C.H.O.M.P.S., filmed in 1979. The movie revolves around a young man who invents a super-powered robot dog, and the events that unfold when a greedy businessman tries to steal his invention. Key roles in the film were played by Wesley Eure, Valerie Bertinelli, and Conrad Bain. Continue reading to know more about this film’s shooting locations and some interesting backstage facts.
Where it Filmed?
The film C.H.O.M.P.S. was shot at several locations in California, USA. Some of the most notable places where filming took place include Los Angeles, North Hollywood, Sepulveda Dam in Encino, Pasadena, and Van Nuys. The movie was filmed over a period starting from May 4, 1978, up until June 1978.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Wesley Eure | Brian Foster |
| Valerie Bertinelli | Casey Norton |
| Conrad Bain | Ralph Norton |
| Chuck McCann | Brooks |
| Red Buttons | Bracken |
| Larry Bishop | Ken Sharp |
| Hermione Baddeley | Mrs. Flower |
| Jim Backus | Mr. Gibbs |
| Robert Q. Lewis | Merkle |
| Austin Willis | Head Engineer |
| William Flatley | 1st Engineer |
| Dinah Anne Rogers | 2nd Engineer |
| James Reynolds | Reporter |
| Phil Adams | 1st Hood |
| Paul Nuckles | 2nd Hood |
| Baynes Barron | 1st Policeman |
| Steve Mitchell | 2nd Policeman |
| Peter Griffin | 3rd Policeman |
| Larry Easley | Security Guard |
| Michael Rougas | T.V. Newsman |
| Joe Hornok | Dog Catcher |
| Sheldon Konblett | Shelter Officer |
| Joe Ross | Man at Wall |
| Regis Toomey | Chief Patterson |
| Don Messick | TV Announcer / Dog Snickering in Main Titles (uncredited) (voice) |
Trivia and Facts
- The title of the film, C.H.O.M.P.S., stands for ‘Canine Home Protection System’. This is formed from the initials of the words and middle letters of ‘Home’.
- There is a continuity error in the film: the car from which C.H.O.M.P.S. tears the roof, is not the same car that Ken Sharp was seen getting into a few moments prior.
- The film was edited and included in the movie ‘Doggiewoggiez! Poochiewoochiez!(2012)’.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0549076
- Longitude: -118.242643
- Place ID: ChIJE9on3F3HwoAR9AhGJW_fL-I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: North Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1866635
- Longitude: -118.3877732
- Place ID: ChIJ0TEA7NOVwoARtPDh3nGzOC0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: North Hollywood, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Sepulveda Dam, Encino, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1666723
- Longitude: -118.4742493
- Place ID: ChIJQVb0LpuXwoARP-jEle4xISE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Sepulveda Dam, Encino, CA 91436, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Pasadena, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1477849
- Longitude: -118.1445155
- Place ID: ChIJUQszONzCwoARSo_RGhZBKwU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Pasadena, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Van Nuys, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.2012166
- Longitude: -118.466222
- Place ID: ChIJa-i6-hqXwoARSIjZDHu_cMg
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Van Nuys, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
