The movie “Going Home” was released in 1971 and is a drama about a man who returns to his town after serving prison time for killing his wife. The film follows his attempt to rebuild his relationship with his son who was a child when the incident happened and had witnessed his mother’s murder. The movie, directed by Herbert B. Leonard, stars Robert Mitchum, Brenda Vaccaro, and Jan-Michael Vincent. This article is a guide about where the movie was shot, who played which role, interesting facts about the movie, and insights into its backstage happenings.
Where it Filmed?
“Going Home” was filmed at various locations in the USA including Wildwood and Cape May in New Jersey, and McKeesport, Pennsylvania. Specific filming spots include the Stanley Sportland at 3409 Boardwalk in Wildwood, New Jersey, and Allegheny County Workhouse in Blawnox, Pennsylvania. The filming started on June 23, 1971.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Robert Mitchum | Harry K. Graham |
| Brenda Vaccaro | Jenny Benson |
| Jan-Michael Vincent | Jimmy Graham |
| Jason Bernard | Jimmy – Age 6 |
| Sally Kirkland | Ann Graham |
| Joseph Attles | Bible Man |
| Lou Gilbert | Mr. Katz |
| Josh Mostel | Bonelli |
| Glenn Walken | Sailor #2 |
| Clay Watkins | Sailor #3 |
| Bruce Kornbluth | Sailor #4 |
| Tom Spratley | Guard |
| Barbara Brownell | Betsy |
| Carol Gustafson | Ella |
| Richard Goode | Pleasant Man |
| Vicki Sue Robinson | Hippie Girl |
| Lawrence E. Bender | Pass Clerk |
| Tim Wallace | Drunk in Bowling Alley |
| Jules Sicilia | Drunk in Bowling Alley |
| George Mathews | Malloy |
| Mary Louise Wilson | Real Estate Lady |
| Ann Thomas | Lady in Nursery |
| George DiCenzo | Sergeant |
| Hope Clarke | Mother at Prison |
| William K. Leech | Portman |
| Lynn Terry | Night Club Entertainer |
| Ben Terry | Night Club Entertainer |
| Shari Marcell | Waitress |
| Hank Luba | Friend #1 on the Beach |
| Edward Steinfeld | Friend #2 on the Beach |
| Jack C. Harper | Friend #3 on the Beach |
| Ginny Heller | Friend #4 on the Beach |
| Paula Swart | Girl at the Trailer Park |
| William R. Tebbs | Mechanic |
| Carol Wilkerson | Girl at Prison |
| Winkie Miller | Girl at Party |
| Robert Rinier | Bowler |
| Audrey Landers | Teenage Arby’s Customer (uncredited) |
| Parker McCormick | (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- MGM’s president and CEO, James T. Aubrey, reduced the movie’s duration by 21 minutes to change its initial “R” rating to “PG”.
- Despite the lack of an opening advertisement campaign or public previews, the movie ended its limited run in just four cities after one week due to Aubrey’s decision.
- The director, Herbert B. Leonard, agreed to work for a deferred salary, and as a result, the movie was not a financial success.
- A minor inconsistency was spotted in one of the scenes where the level of Coke in a bottle changes noticeably between shots.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Wildwood, New Jersey, USA
- Latitude: 38.9917797
- Longitude: -74.8148894
- Place ID: ChIJbx5SCGWlwIkRcihK6UnTlHs
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Wildwood, NJ 08260, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: McKeesport, Pennsylvania, USA
- Latitude: 40.3470671
- Longitude: -79.8641232
- Place ID: ChIJS5tsmvi5NIgRrUy9-Sibxc8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: McKeesport, PA, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Cape May, New Jersey, USA
- Latitude: 38.9351125
- Longitude: -74.90600529999999
- Place ID: ChIJlffuOkRUv4kRovRz4Zz3t8I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Cape May, NJ 08204, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Stanley Sportland – 3409 Boardwalk, Wildwood, New Jersey, USA
- Latitude: 38.9870882
- Longitude: -74.8100458
- Place ID: ChIJz6MClpSpwIkRQmFpq_aHG6U
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 3409 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ 08260, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
