“Cocoon” is a 1985 movie that tells the story of a group of older people who find alien cocoons in a swimming pool and reenergize. Directed by Ron Howard and written by Tom Benedek and David Saperstein, it boasts a memorable cast, including Don Ameche, Wilford Brimley, and Hume Cronyn. This article will further delve into where the movie was shot, as well as some intriguing trivia.
Where it Filmed?
“Cocoon” was filmed in several locations across Florida and the Bahamas. The key places include St. Petersburg and Clearwater in Florida, USA. Scenes were also recorded at Southgate Shopping Center located at 2515 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, Florida, USA. Additional footage was captured in Nassau and South Ocean, both on New Providence Island, Bahamas. The filming spanned from August 20, 1984, to November 1, 1984.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Don Ameche | Art Selwyn |
| Wilford Brimley | Ben Luckett |
| Hume Cronyn | Joe Finley |
| Brian Dennehy | Walter |
| Jack Gilford | Bernie Lefkowitz |
| Steve Guttenberg | Jack Bonner |
| Maureen Stapleton | Mary Luckett |
| Jessica Tandy | Alma Finley |
| Gwen Verdon | Bess McCarthy |
| Herta Ware | Rose ‘Rosie’ Lefkowitz |
| Tahnee Welch | Kitty |
| Barret Oliver | David |
| Linda Harrison | Susan |
| Tyrone Power Jr. | Pillsbury |
| Clint Howard | John Dexter |
| Charles Lampkin | Pops |
| Mike Nomad | Doc |
| Jorge Gil | Lou Pine |
| James Ritz | DMV Clerk |
| Charles Rainsbury | Smiley |
| Pamela Prescott | Alien |
| Dinah Sue Rowley | Alien |
| Gabriella Sinclair | Alien |
| Cyndi Vicino | Bank Teller |
| Russ Wheeler | Doctor |
| Harold Bergman | Reverend |
| Ivy Thayer | Waitress |
| Fred Broderson | Kirk |
| Mark Cheresnick | Salvatore |
| Bette Shoor | Realtor |
| Mark Simpson | Coast Guard First Class BM |
| Robert Slacum Jr. | Coast Guard Second Class BM |
| Rance Howard | St. Petersburg Detective |
| Charles Voelker | Leader |
| New Yorkers Dance Band | |
| Irving Krone | Jasper |
| Clarence Thomas | Policeman |
| Ted Science | Policeman |
| Kirk Alderman | Dancer (uncredited) |
| Fred Astaire | Character in film clip from ‘The Gay Divorcee’ (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| Jim Fitzpatrick | Dock Worker (uncredited) |
| Reginald Gardiner | Character in film clip from ‘Flying Deuces’ (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| Oliver Hardy | Self – film clip from ‘Flying Deuces’ (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| Stan Laurel | Stanley in film clip from ‘Flying Deuces’ (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| Carmen Miranda | Vocalist on Recording: ‘Weekend in Havana’ (uncredited) (archiveSound) |
| Jean Parker | Character in film clip from ‘Flying Deuces’ (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| Tracy Roberts | Bar Patron (uncredited) |
| Ginger Rogers | Character in film clip from ‘The Gay Divorcee’ (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie enjoyed a successful run and even bagged 2 Oscars, along with 5 other wins and 11 nominations.
- The cast features a blend of talented actors such as Don Ameche, Wilford Brimley, Hume Cronyn, Brian Dennehy, Jack Gilford, Steve Guttenberg, Maureen Stapleton, Gwen Verdon, and many more.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: St. Petersburg, Florida, USA
- Latitude: 27.7671271
- Longitude: -82.6384451
- Place ID: ChIJQao6aWPmwogR_4vUvANAzAQ
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: St. Petersburg, FL, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Clearwater, Florida, USA
- Latitude: 27.9655722
- Longitude: -82.7958948
- Place ID: ChIJGbt04v3xwogR-5I80tHfqXU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Clearwater, FL, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Nassau, New Providence Island, Bahamas
- Latitude: 25.0443312
- Longitude: -77.3503609
- Place ID: ChIJyduBuZl8L4kR0lBeSNMB7yo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Nassau, The Bahamas
- Timezone: America/Nassau
- Location Name: South Ocean, New Providence Island, Bahamas
- Latitude: 25.0110141
- Longitude: -77.5204806
- Place ID: ChIJyXt-4x5nL4kRAwMlw-Wkgtc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: S Ocean Rd, Nassau, The Bahamas
- Timezone: America/Nassau
