Jim, the World’s Greatest is a movie from 1975. This film, directed by Don Coscarelli and Craig Mitchell, stars Gregory Harrison, Robbie Wolcott, and Angus Scrimm. We are going to discuss the movie’s filming locations, shooting dates, and some behind-the-scenes facts.
Where it Filmed?
The filming of Jim, the World’s Greatest took place in various locations across California, USA. Scenes were filmed at the Jack in the Box restaurant, located at 800 Pacific Coast Hwy, Seal Beach, and various locations in Long Beach. This includes St. Anthony High School, located at 620 Olive Ave, and an apartment at 635 East 11th St. Shooting also took place in Seal Beach, California.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Gregory Harrison | Jim Nolan |
| Robbie Wolcott | Kelly Nolan |
| Marla Pennington | Jan |
| Karen McLain | Lisa |
| David Lloyd | Brian |
| Tony Lucatorto | Quarterback |
| Ralph Richmond | Head Coach |
| Tim Simmons | Kid |
| Reggie Bannister | O.D. Silengsly |
| Larry Southwick | Southwick |
| David Pollock | Young Jim |
| Larry Pollock | Principal |
| Ernie Morrison | Teacher |
| Charlotte Mitchell | School Secretary |
| Walter Inman | Terry |
| Steve Goldman | Guy Wanting Bathroom |
| Cyndie Coscarelli | Student Body President |
| Keith Mitchell | Drunk |
| Mark Annerl | Guy |
| J.D. Sarver | Assistant Coach |
| Richard Byers | Job Applicant |
Trivia and Facts
- Don Coscarelli and Craig Mitchell were the directors.
- Gregory Harrison played the role of Jim Nolan.
- Robbie Wolcott played the character of Kelly Nolan.
- Angus Scrimm was seen as Jim’s Father.
- The film Genre is Drama, rated PG.
- Memorable Tagline of the movie is “The Cheerleader. The Girlfriend. The Brother. The Father. He took care of them all.”
- Despite the completion of filming in 1972 and 1973, the movie wasn’t released until 1975.
- The movie references in “The Saga of ‘the Beastmaster'” (2005).
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Jack in the Box restaurant – 800 Pacific Coast Hwy, Seal Beach, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.7444734
- Longitude: -118.1033395
- Place ID: ChIJi2xgIOUv3YARXd1hWVZJfWo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 800 Pacific Coast Hwy, Seal Beach, CA 90740, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Long Beach, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.7700504
- Longitude: -118.1937395
- Place ID: ChIJWdeZQOjKwoARqo8qxPo6AKE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Long Beach, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: St. Anthony High School – 620 Olive Ave, Long Beach, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.7745361
- Longitude: -118.1821667
- Place ID: ChIJsdsKWRUx3YARAbo5MbXd-nE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 620 Olive Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Seal Beach, California, USA
- Latitude: 33.7414085
- Longitude: -118.1047682
- Place ID: ChIJMWN2ONje3IARFZQnbuxw_D0
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Seal Beach, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
