This text discusses the filming locations of two movies: “Donnie Darko,” released in 2001, and “Donnie Brasco,” released in 1997. The former film’s lead roles were played by Jake Gyllenhaal, Holmes Osborne, and Maggie Gyllenhaal while the latter featured Al Pacino and Johnny Depp in the main roles. Continue reading to find more about where these films were shot and other intriguing details linked to their production.
Where it Filmed?
“Donnie Darko” was filmed at various locations in California, USA, from July till August 2000. The following sites were used in the movie:
- 4225 and 4252 Country Club Drive, Long Beach
- General areas of Long Beach
- Burbank
Meanwhile, “Donnie Brasco” was entirely shot in New York, with some significant scenes filmed at the following places:
- Mulberry Street Bar, Little Italy, where the characters played by Depp and Pacino meet
- Mott Street, Little Italy, showcased in several scenes
- Katz’s Delicatessen, East Houston Street, East Village, where Joe Pistone (played by Depp) meets his FBI controller
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Jake Gyllenhaal | Donnie Darko |
| Holmes Osborne | Eddie Darko |
| Maggie Gyllenhaal | Elizabeth Darko |
| Daveigh Chase | Samantha Darko |
| Mary McDonnell | Rose Darko |
| James Duval | Frank |
| Arthur Taxier | Dr. Fisher |
| Patrick Swayze | Jim Cunningham |
| Mark Hoffman | Police Officer |
| David St. James | Bob Garland |
| Tom Tangen | Man in Red Jogging Suit |
| Jazzie Mahannah | Joanie James |
| Jolene Purdy | Cherita Chen |
| Stuart Stone | Ronald Fisher |
| Gary Lundy | Sean Smith |
| Alex Greenwald | Seth Devlin |
| Beth Grant | Kitty Farmer |
| Jena Malone | Gretchen Ross |
| Seth Rogen | Ricky Danforth |
| David Moreland | Principal Cole |
| Noah Wyle | Prof. Kenneth Monnitoff |
| Drew Barrymore | Karen Pomeroy |
| Kristina Malota | Susie Bates |
| Carly Naples | Suzy Bailey |
| Tiler Peck | Beth Farmer |
| Patience Cleveland | Roberta Sparrow / Grandma Death |
| Katharine Ross | Dr. Lilian Thurman |
| Lisa K. Wyatt | Linda Connie |
| Rachel Winfree | Shanda Riesman |
| Jack Salvatore Jr. | Larry Riesman |
| Lee Weaver | Leroy |
| Phyllis Lyons | Anne Fisher |
| Ashley Tisdale | Kim |
| Dorky Girl | |
| Alison Jones | Dorky Half-Sister |
| Jerry Trainor | Lanky Kid |
| Joan Blair | Mystery Woman |
| Sarah Hudson | Friend |
| Fran Kranz | Passenger |
| Scotty Leavenworth | David |
| George Bush | Self (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| Conrad Angel Corral | Vice Principal (uncredited) |
| Michael Dukakis | Self (uncredited) (archiveFootage) |
| Phil Hawn | Teacher (uncredited) |
| Nancy Juvonen | Flight Attendant (uncredited) |
| Spencer Kayden | Airline Passenger (uncredited) |
| Christie McNew | Student (uncredited) |
| Margaret Kontra Palmer | Concerned Mother (uncredited) |
| Dee Austin Robertson | Movie Ticket Salesman (uncredited) |
| Jack Truman | Teacher (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Donnie Darko, a drama and mystery film, was released on October 25, 2002. It is a story of a troubled teenager who barely escapes from a strange accident and gets manipulated into committing various crimes by a man dressed in a rabbit suit.
- The film was directed and written by Richard Kelly, and it stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Holmes Osborne, and Maggie Gyllenhaal. It has received 12 awards and 17 nominations.
- “Donnie Brasco” was directed by Mike Newell and showcases one of Al Pacino’s finest performances. The character he plays, Lefty Ruggiero, unfortunately seals his fate by vouching for Donnie Brasco (Johnny Depp), who turns out to be an undercover FBI agent.
- The Mulberry Street Bar, featured in “Donnie Brasco,” has appeared in various other movies, including “Nine 1/2 Weeks,” “State of Grace,” and “The Godfather Part III,” and the popular TV series “The Sopranos.”
- In a twist of events, while the film was being shot, Mott Street was closed down, and the crew filmed Depp and Pacino crossing and re-crossing the road several times. This scene was later recognized in the cinema release of “Donnie Brasco.”
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: 4225 Country Club Drive, Long Beach, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.8338961
- Longitude: -118.1983735
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- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 4225 Country Club Dr, Long Beach, CA 90807, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Country Club Drive, Long Beach, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.8283721
- Longitude: -118.1987492
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- Place Address: Country Club Dr, Long Beach, CA 90807, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Long Beach, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.7700504
- Longitude: -118.1937395
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- Place Address: Long Beach, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: 4252 Country Club Drive, Long Beach, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.8340995
- Longitude: -118.1966717
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- Place Address: 4252 Country Club Dr, Long Beach, CA 90807, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Burbank, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1808392
- Longitude: -118.3089661
- Place ID: ChIJlcUYKBWVwoAR1IofkK-RdzA
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Burbank, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
