The 1982 mystery movie “Hit and Run” revolves around a Manhattan cab driver grieving over his wife’s untimely death in a hit-and-run accident. He agrees to pick up a mysterious and beautiful woman as a regular fare and embarks on a quest to unearth the truth of his fare that turns him into a murder suspect. Charles Braverman directed the film, and Paul Perri, Claudia Cron, and Will Lee played leading roles. In this article, discover where the movie was shot and some intriguing backstage facts.
Where it Filmed?
“Hit and Run” has its backdrop set against majestic mansions and the bustling streets of New York, but it was predominantly filmed in two locations in the United States. The first shooting spot was the scenic state of Connecticut. Shots of the movie were also captured in New York’s urban landscape. The shooting began on November 17, 1981.
Cast Details
Cast Name | Role |
---|---|
Paul Perri | David Marks |
Claudia Cron | Diana Douglas |
Will Lee | Joseph Kahn |
Bart Braverman | Jerry Ramundi |
E. Brian Dean | Jim Mahoney |
Donald Symington | Robert Trench |
Frederick Coffin | Captain Jardine |
John McCurry | Sgt. Kyle |
Dominic Chianese | Sal DeGazio |
Vera Lockwood | Juanna |
Joey Lawrence | Jeremy Marks |
Alex Braverman | Alex Marks |
Robert E. Nichols | Fat |
Happy Drunk | |
Fred Burrell | School Principal |
Johnny Magnus | Brother Jack |
Michael Brown | Tommy |
Tony Hoty | Eddie |
Kendall Carly Browne | Real Estate Agent |
Ted Thurston | Counterman |
Trivia and Facts
In the movie, David Marks, who is mourning the hit-and-run death of his wife, is played by Paul Perri.
The enigmatic woman that David often transports to a mansion outside of New York is played by Claudia Cron. Her character’s name in the movie is Diana Douglas.
The film also stars Will Lee who plays the character Joseph Kahn.
Bart Braverman plays the role of Jerry Ramundi, and E. Brian Dean appears as Jim Mahoney in the movie.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Connecticut, USA
- Latitude: 41.6032207
- Longitude: -73.087749
- Place ID: ChIJpVER8hFT5okR5XBhBVttmq4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Connecticut, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7127753
- Longitude: -74.0059728
- Place ID: ChIJOwg_06VPwokRYv534QaPC8g
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: New York, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York