“Game Show Models” is a drama-comedy film from 1977 directed by David N. Gottlieb that provides a behind-the-scenes look at the Hollywood PR industry. This movie predominantly centers around the ins and outs of a mid-sized PR firm’s office, along with insights into where the film was shot. The film stars Gilbert DeRush as Roger Feinstein, Rae Sperling as Chick, and John Vickery as Stuart Guber. Moreover, this write-up shares miscellaneous facts and unknown trivia about this movie.
Where it Filmed?
The filming of the “Game Show Models” took place in various geographical locations around Los Angeles, California, United States. These include Downtown, Hollywood, and Century City in Los Angeles. Some notable scenes were also shot at the famous Santa Monica Pier and Santa Monica Boulevard in Hollywood. The exact filming dates are, however, unknown.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Gilbert DeRush | Roger Feinstein |
| Rae Sperling | Chick |
| John Vickery | Stuart Guber |
| Diane Thomas | Josie |
| Kathy Ritter | Receptionist |
| Sid Melton | Marvin Schmitt |
| Nick Pellegrino | Arnold Goldner |
| Bill Elliot | Hank Tuttle |
| Lois Newman | Marsha |
| Thelma Houston | Dana Sheridan |
| Diane Sommerfield | Cici Sheridan |
| Willie Bobo | Jonny Mayfield |
| Cal Gibson | Bobby Jackson |
| Frank Cuva | Tom Crankshaw |
| Craig Abernathy | Jimmy Ross |
| Stan Roth | Dave Shapiro |
| Ron Block | Assistant Agent |
| Don Dalesandro | Assistant Agent |
| Suzanne Copeland | Model |
| Toni Handcock | Secretary |
| Carmen Viramontes | Secretary |
| Adair Jameson | Secretary |
| Daphne A. Bolden | Secretary |
| Dick Miller | Game Show Host |
| Susan Seiniger | Game Show Contestant |
| Gary Glanz | Office Boy |
| Charles Champlin | Self |
| Mike McNeilly | Joel – Pianist |
| Cheryl Smith | Model in Yellow Negligee (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was initially planned to be an art house film by the name “The Seventh Dwarf.”
- To secure the release of the movie, the director, David N. Gottlieb, incorporated multiple sex scenes, which led to the categorization of the movie as an exploitation film.
- The film, “Game Show Models” saw a feature in “That Guy Dick Miller” released in 2014.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Downtown, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.055691
- Longitude: -118.2487702
- Place ID: ChIJAf09JTTGwoARIKmlGd9S_iY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Downtown Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0093515
- Longitude: -118.4974682
- Place ID: ChIJpwWbUtekwoAR0890MEJvzII
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
