Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is a film from 1998. The movie describes the eccentric adventures of a journalist and his lawyer in Las Vegas. It is notable for its filming locations and the performances of Johnny Depp as Raoul Duke, Benicio Del Toro as Dr. Gonzo and Tobey Maguire as a Hitchhiker amongst others.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was filmed in many intriguing locations. Iconic spots like the Stardust Hotel & Casino and Le Bistro Lounge at the Riviera Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada were used. Similarly, scenes were filmed at various places in Kingman, Arizona and at the Bahooka Family Restaurant in Rosemead, California. The dramatic landscapes of the Red Rock Canyon, Nevada, were also part of the filming locations. The filming dates spanned from August 3, 1997, to October 22, 1997.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Johnny Depp | Raoul Duke |
| Benicio Del Toro | Dr. Gonzo |
| Tobey Maguire | Hitchhiker |
| Michael Lee Gogin | Uniformed Dwarf |
| Larry Cedar | Car Rental Agent – Los Angeles |
| Katherine Helmond | Desk Clerk at Mint Hotel |
| Michael Warwick | Bell Boy |
| Craig Bierko | Lacerda |
| Tyde Kierney | Reporter |
| Mark Harmon | Magazine Reporter |
| Tim Thomerson | Hoodlum |
| Richard Riehle | Dune Buggy Driver |
| Ransom Gates | Dune Buggy Passenger |
| Laraine Newman | Frog-Eyed Woman |
| Frank Romano | Dune Buggy Passenger |
| Gil Boccaccio | Desert Room Doorman |
| Gary Bruno | Desert Room Doorman |
| Richard Portnow | Wine Colored Tuxedo |
| Debbie Reynolds | Debbie Reynolds (voice) |
| Steve Schirripa | Goon |
| Will Blount | The Black Guy |
| Ben Yeagar | Clown Barker |
| Penn Jillette | Carnie Talker |
| Christopher Callen | Bazooko Circus Waitress |
| Cameron Diaz | Blonde TV Reporter |
| Lyle Lovett | Road Person |
| Flea | Musician |
| Alex Craig Mann | Stockbroker |
| Gregory Itzin | Clerk at Mint Hotel |
| Gary Busey | Highway Patrolman |
| Troy Evans | Police Chief |
| Gale Baker | Police Chief’s Wife |
| Christina Ricci | Lucy |
| Chris Hendrie | Executive Director |
| Larry Brandenburg | Cop In Back |
| Michael Jeter | L. Ron Bumquist |
| Harry Dean Stanton | Judge |
| Jenette Goldstein | Maid |
| Stephen Bridgewater | Human Cannonball |
| Donald Morrow | Voice of Drug Film Narrator (voice) |
| Buck Holland | Shopper |
| Mary Gillis | Shopper |
| Jennifer Elise Cox | Shopper |
| Robert Allen | Car Rental Agent – Los Angeles |
| Ellen Barkin | North Star Waitress |
| David Brisbin | Man in Car |
| James O’Sullivan | TV Newsman |
| Milt Tarver | TV Newsman |
| Kathryn Alexander | Lizard Performer |
| Mia Babalis | Lizard Performer |
| Kristin Draudt | Lizard Performer |
| Kim Flowers | Lizard Performer |
| Trudi Forristal | Lizard Performer |
| Nan Friedman | Lizard Performer |
| Judith Lieff | Lizard Performer |
| Tane McClure | Lizard Performer |
| Diana Mehoudar | Lizard Performer |
| Geoffrey B. Nimmer | Lizard Performer |
| Marlene Bologna | Trapeze Artist |
| Chobi Gyorgy | Trapeze Artist |
| Joseph S. Griffo | Trapeze Artist |
| Stephen Austin-Skordiles | Desert Race Reporter (uncredited) |
| Greg Bronson | Highroller (uncredited) |
| JoAnn Bush | Convention Attendant (uncredited) |
| Ray Cooper | Distinguished Man (uncredited) |
| Kacee DeMasi | Hooker (uncredited) |
| Eva Ford | American Flag Girl (uncredited) |
| Patty Gliniewicz | Hotel Clerk (uncredited) |
| Mitchell Gordon | Belly Clown (uncredited) |
| Kristy Gottlob | Supermarket Mom (uncredited) |
| Matthew Hurley | Street Performer (uncredited) |
| Bryce Ingman | Man with White Elephant (uncredited) |
| Khris Kaneff | Pit Boss (uncredited) |
| Paul Kantner | Acid Cook Guy at Matrix (uncredited) |
| Spencer Kayden | Angel (uncredited) |
| Brian D. Kline | Medical Angel (uncredited) |
| Walter Ludwig | Race Official Mark Allen (uncredited) |
| Tony Mouleart | Hotel Valet (uncredited) |
| Laila Nabulsi | Grace Slick (uncredited) |
| Warren Ross | Tent Doorman (uncredited) |
| Naomi Sampson | Showgirl (uncredited) |
| Christy Sturza | Flower Child (uncredited) |
| Hunter S. Thompson | Other Duke in Matrix Flashback (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film was directed by Terry Gilliam.
- Along with Gilliam, Hunter S. Thompson and Tony Grisoni were the film’s writers.
- The movie received 1 win and 3 nominations in various awards.
- The film falls under the genre of Adventure and Comedy.
- It was released on May 22, 1998, in Canada.
- Other key personnel in the film include Michael Lee Gogin, Larry Cedar, Brian Le Baron, Katherine Helmond, Michael Warwick, and Craig Bierko as supporting actors.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Stardust Hotel & Casino – 3000 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
- Latitude: 36.1339714
- Longitude: -115.1638776
- Place ID: Ei8zMDAwIExhcyBWZWdhcyBCbHZkIFMsIExhcyBWZWdhcywgTlYgODkxMDksIFVTQSIxEi8KFAoSCX-ZYGptxMiAER1G5cFdYCOOELgXKhQKEgn1ordvdcPIgBHYExjI3AQ05g
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 3000 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Kingman, Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 35.189443
- Longitude: -114.0530065
- Place ID: ChIJNWCTABPczYARYKUE_7zPrKY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Kingman, AZ, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
- Location Name: Bahooka Family Restaurant, Rosemead, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0873149
- Longitude: -118.0736972
- Place ID: ChIJK94w-YzawoAR4QTw-qeqPUo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 4501 Rosemead Blvd, Rosemead, CA 91770, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Le Bistro Lounge, Riviera Hotel & Casino – 2901 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
- Latitude: 36.135382
- Longitude: -115.159235
- Place ID: ChIJS5Qd5G3EyIARDf43_zJXjgg
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 2901 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Red Rock Canyon, Nevada, USA
- Latitude: 36.1326065
- Longitude: -115.4243374
- Place ID: ChIJdVR4IKq9yIARHQvR4HRkbXg
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Red Rock Canyon, Nevada 89161, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
