The movie “Grim Prairie Tales: Hit the Trail… to Terror” from 1990 is a blend of horror and western genres. It’s a captivating compilation of terror tales shared by two different characters: a cynical bounty hunter and a clerk. Both are played by acclaimed actors James Earl Jones and Brad Dourif. This following content discusses the backdrop of the film, its filming locations and interesting trivia about the movie.
Where it Filmed?
The eerie and suspenseful scenes in “Grim Prairie Tales: Hit the Trail… to Terror” were filmed in the picturesque locations of Santa Clarita and Newhall, California, USA. These scenes were shot between 1988 and May of 1989 at venues that include the historic Melody Ranch, located at 24715 Oak Creek Avenue.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| James Earl Jones | Morrison |
| Brad Dourif | Farley |
| Will Hare | Lee |
| Marc McClure | Tom |
| Michelle Joyner | Jenny |
| William Atherton | Arthur |
| Lisa Eichhorn | Maureen |
| Wendy J. Cooke | Eva |
| Scott Paulin | Martin |
| Dan Leegant | Dr. Leaderman |
| Tom Simcox | Horn |
| James Glick | Dying Chief |
| Hannah Fixico | Old Indian Woman |
| Joan Lemmo | Old Indian Woman |
| Joel Shoptesse | Indian Man |
| Oscar Fragosa | Indian Man |
| Darice Sampson | Indian Woman |
| Jessica Vega Vasquez | Indian Woman |
| Elena Lopez | Indian Girl |
| Erica Vega Vasquez | Indian Boy |
| Michael Wetter | Indian Child |
| Timmy Herzer | Indian Child |
| Geoffrey Herzer | Indian Child |
| Teriza Plaza | Indian Child |
| Samsochi Sampson | Indian Child |
| Lummi Sampson | Indian Child |
| Shann Costello | Indian Child |
| Amanda Tapia | Indian Child |
| Jesse Tapia | Indian Child |
| Mecedes Tapia | Indian Child |
| Steve Reevis | Indian Child |
| Bob Terhune | Horseman |
| Justin Lundin | Horseman |
| Ray Saniger | Horseman |
| Angela Jones | Extra |
| Stephen Orloff | Extra |
| Terry Opp | Extra |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was directed and written by Wayne Coe.
- The movie features a variety of actors including James Earl Jones, Brad Dourif, and Will Hare.
- The movie was filmed in Santa Clarita and at Melody Ranch in Newhall, California, USA.
- The filming took place from 1988 to mid-1989.
- In 1992, the director of the movie, Wayne Coe, contemplated making a sequel titled ‘Grim Prairie Tales: Rescue Party’.
- There’s a goof in the film where studio lights are repeatedly seen reflected in Brad Dourif’s glasses.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Santa Clarita, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.3916641
- Longitude: -118.542586
- Place ID: ChIJJxjVrDOGwoARSNYFc-CPSlY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Santa Clarita, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Melody Ranch – 24715 Oak Creek Avenue, Newhall, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.3834783
- Longitude: -118.5104008
- Place ID: ChIJ_TAvnGyGwoARCH6SdcyAZYc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Oakcreek Ave, Newhall, CA 91321, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
