This is some basic information about “Killer’s Delight”, a horror-mystery movie that was screened in 1978. The film tells the story of a detective who is tracking a serial killer in San Francisco. The movie stars James Luisi, Susan Sullivan, and John Karlen. In the following paragraphs, you will learn more about where the film was shot, the characters in the movie, and some fun and interesting details.
Where it Filmed?
“Killer’s Delight” was filmed in the United States, specifically in several locations in California. The shooting locations included:
- Casa Vega, a restaurant located at 13301 Ventura Blvd, in Sherman Oaks.
- Various spots around Los Angeles.
- Some scenes were also filmed in San Francisco.
- In addition to the above, other scenes were shot in other parts of California, including more locations in Sherman Oaks.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| James Luisi | Sgt. Vince De Carlo |
| Susan Sullivan | Dr. Carol Thompson |
| John Karlen | Danny |
| Martin Speer | Detective Mike Mitelman |
| Hilarie Thompson | Annie |
| Cynthia Nigh | Sheila |
| Keli Sils | Kay |
| Carol Bilger | De Carlo’s Daughter |
| Al Dunlap | Capt. Jeter |
| Gene Bryson | Sanders |
| Victoria Rocha | Miss Ice Cube |
| Richard Bekins | 1st Deputy |
| Creighton Holden | 2nd Deputy |
| Richard Dean | Nancy’s Boyfriend |
| Joe Ivy | Podunk |
| John Sliwa | Man with the Gun |
| Nancy Frazen | Woman with the Man |
| William Royal | Boyfriend |
| Michael Bonnabel | Boyfriend |
| James Henriksen | Lifeguard |
| Patrick Mickler | Pool Manager |
| Melanie Wirsching | Young Mother at Pool |
| Arthur St. Joseph | Helpful Citizen |
| James Hahn | Wonderful Wally |
| Jack Kearney | Pianist |
| Gale Ricketts | Waitress Sherry |
| Cynthia Graham | 2nd Waitress |
| Mimi Lieber | Hooker |
| John Petrillo | Detective |
| Larry Hannifee | Uniform Cop |
| Cari Warfield | Clerk |
| Jeff Moser | Photographer |
| John Welsh | Coroner |
| Reno Sweeney | 3rd Deputy |
| Janet Cattano | Bar Patron |
| Elie Childs | Bar Patron |
| Phran Schwartz | Bar Patron |
| Greg Thoma | Little Boy |
Trivia and Facts
- Most of the actors in “Killer’s Delight” agreed to work for free, in exchange for receiving their SAG (Screen Actors Guild) cards.
- Despite being credited as Pete the witness, the character played by Buck Flowers is called Luke by both policemen in the film.
- The film has been highlighted in “Trailer Trauma Part 4: Television Trauma”, a collection of trailers from a variety of different films.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Casa Vega, 13301 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1468537
- Longitude: -118.4227282
- Place ID: ChIJv-IVTyeWwoARsFmBgl_RdX8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 13301 Ventura Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: San Francisco, California, USA
- Latitude: 37.7749295
- Longitude: -122.4194155
- Place ID: ChIJIQBpAG2ahYAR_6128GcTUEo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: San Francisco, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1509272
- Longitude: -118.4486989
- Place ID: ChIJ87ycp9uXwoARFv9xgD9OmwM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Sherman Oaks, Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
