“Cyborg 2087,” a film from 1966, was a mix of action and drama set in a future where freedom of thought becomes an outlawed activity. In the film, the world’s governments control the thoughts of their populations. To combat this, free-thinkers from the civilization of the future send a cyborg back in time to 1966 with the purpose of changing this dystopian future. Directed by Franklin Adreon and featuring stars like Michael Rennie, Karen Steele and Wendell Corey, this gripping film explores the bold attempt to alter the course of history. Let us delve deeper into the filming locations and backstage fun facts of this intriguing movie.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was shot in various locations in California. One filming site was Raleigh Studios, located at 5300 Melrose Avenue in Hollywood. Another prominent location was Paramount Ranch at 2813 Cornell Road, Agoura. Bronson Caves, Bronson Canyon, situated in Griffith Park at 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, was also used. Other sites included 5400 Melrose Ave and 591 N Bronson Ave in Larchmont Village, both in Los Angeles.
The filming dates for the movie started on 21st January 1966
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Michael Rennie | Garth A7 |
| Karen Steele | Dr. Sharon Mason |
| Wendell Corey | Sheriff |
| Warren Stevens | Dr. Carl Zellar |
| Eduard Franz | Prof. Sigmund Marx |
| Harry Carey Jr. | Jay C |
| Adam Roarke | Deputy Dan |
| Chubby Johnson | Uncle Pete |
| Tyler MacDuff | Sam Gilmore |
| Dale Van Sickel | Tracer #1 |
| Troy Melton | Tracer #2 |
| Sherry Alberoni | Laura Zellar |
| Betty Jane Royale | Jill |
| John Beck | Skinny |
| James Kline | Tall Station Attendant |
| Charles Evans | Andrew |
| JoAnne Gaylord | Andrew’s Wife |
| Ted Ryan | Gate Guard |
| Harry Hollins | Harry – Communications Officer |
| Ruth Foster | Citizen in Crowd |
| Larry Dean | Man In Control Booth |
| Jo Ann Pflug | Woman in Control Booth |
| Richard Travis | General |
| Byron Morrow | Mr. Simmmons |
Trivia and Facts
- Cyborg 2087 was released in October 1966.
- Its running time was 1 hour and 26 minutes.
- It was contrived under the genre of Action and Drama.
- Directed by Franklin Adreon.
- Written by Arthur C. Pierce
- Michael Rennie, Karen Steele, Wendell Corey were the key stars of the film.
- The film was produced by Fred Jordan and Earle Lyon
- Music was given by Paul Dunlap.
- Its plot bears a striking resemblance to The Terminator (1984), which was made almost 20 years later.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Raleigh Studios – 5300 Melrose Avenue, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0833403
- Longitude: -118.3159845
- Place ID: ChIJq6pqKre4woAR9kuB31TlMng
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 5300 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Paramount Ranch – 2813 Cornell Road, Agoura, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1170495
- Longitude: -118.7547115
- Place ID: ChIJl7anU2Yh6IARnoB44JxcO6M
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 2903 Cornell Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Bronson Caves, Bronson Canyon, Griffith Park – 4730 Crystal Springs Drive, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1213309
- Longitude: -118.3143371
- Place ID: ChIJZfmxCXq_woARZQU-Q38mf14
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Bronson Caves, 3200 Canyon Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: 5400 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.08336
- Longitude: -118.31804
- Place ID: ChIJZZE-3ba4woARDkqqNl14cHw
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 5400 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: 591 N Bronson Ave, Larchmont Village, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0815472
- Longitude: -118.3181387
- Place ID: ChIJLSTnPre4woARyhyIdv_-0yc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 591 N Bronson Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90004, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
