The movie “Captiva Island” is a PG family-comedy that was released in 1995. It’s a refreshing story of a teenager who, while on a holiday in Captiva Island, Florida, finds new friends and love . Directed by John Biffar, it starred Jesse Zeigler, Amy Bush, and George Blair along with a rich ensemble of actors. We will look into where it was shot and explore some unknown facts about the film.
Where it Filmed?
“Captiva Island” was filmed in the state of Florida, USA. More specific locations or filming dates for the film are not available.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jesse Zeigler | Jeremy |
| Amy Bush | Sam |
| George Blair | George |
| Arte Johnson | Ernie |
| Ernest Borgnine | Arty |
| Bill Cobbs | Vernon |
| Bob Hite | Richard |
| Terri Mann | Sandra |
| Norma Miller | Clara |
| Michael Price | Cecil |
| Robert Keith | D.J |
| Kathleen Bryan | Annie |
| Jonathon Conner | Brad |
| Scott Bennett | Malcolm |
| Roger Floyd | Wendel |
| Harrison Simpson | Don |
| Mark Madrid | Carlos |
| Greg Neff | Driver |
| Key Howard | Harold Barnes |
| Hank Stone | Pool Player |
| Michelle T. Carter | Receptionist |
| Steve DuMouchel | Louis |
| Harry Biffar | Retiree |
| Renee Kellough | Barmaid |
| Stan Gober | Bartender |
| Randy Filter | Boat Driver |
| Andrew Kagan | Rollerblade Punk 1 |
| Christopher Kagan | Rollerblade Punk 2 |
| Michele Carter | Receptionist (uncredited) |
| Larry Guardino | Bus Driver (uncredited) |
| William Scharpf | Scooby (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film lasts 1 hour and 25 minutes.
- It stands out in the genres of family and comedy.
- The film showcases the acting talent of stars Jesse Zeigler, Amy Bush, and George Blair.
- It was directed by John Biffar and also written by him along with Bill Schreiber.
- While vacationing on Captiva Island, Florida, a gloomy teenager finds friendship and love when he meets a cute girl and three enthusiastic pensioners with a passion for life and eccentric schemes.
- Soundtrack features the song “Wish You Were Here”.
- In Germany, the movie was known as “Captiva Island – Ein verrückter Sommer” and in Italy, it was titled “Tre ottantenni in vena di follie”.
- The film was produced by Paul Bush, and John and Liz Kagan amongst others.
- The film was distributed by All American Television and R.S. Entertainment, with Sullivan Entertainment handling its VHS release in Canada.
- The special effects of the film were managed by Marc Banich, Leonard Cooper, Alex Edlin, and Bruce E. Merlin.
