Mag Wheels is a comedic action film that was released in 1978. The movie focuses on the life of a cool van driving guy, Steve, who becomes interested in the new girl in town, Anita, causing jealousy and drama with his girlfriend, Donna. The film offers an interesting glimpse into the filming process and locations, as well as revealing facts about the movie and its making.
Where it Filmed?
Mag Wheels was filmed at various locations in California, USA. Some key locations include the Boogie Bowl Skatepark located at 3857 Foothill Blvd in Glendale and Barris Kustom Kars showroom in North Hollywood, Los Angeles. The movie was also shot in different parts of Glendale and Los Angeles. Filming took place in 1977, wrapping up in September the same year.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Shelly Horner | Anita |
| Phoebe Schmidt | Jill |
| Verkina Flower | Donna |
| Steven Rose | Pledge |
| Frederick Schmidt | Brent |
| Craig Horrall | John |
| Nancy Herr | Lisa |
| Lynn Kuratomi | Kim |
| Charles Kent | Andy |
| Irwin Schaeffer | Anita’s Father |
| George Barris | Shop Owner |
| Tammy Michaels | Melissa |
| Danielle Happ | Billie |
| Jeff Richards | Owner |
| Joji Barris | Van Girl |
| Joel Kramer | Van Guy |
| Shotzi Barris | Van Guy |
| Vicki Huff | Swimmer |
| Shirley Barris | Housewife (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Some teenagers who appeared riding skateboards in the film were actually a part of the famed Z-Boys, a group of innovative skateboarders who later gained significant fame in the sport.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Boogie Bowl Skatepark – 3857 Foothill Blvd, Glendale, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.239296
- Longitude: -118.2635116
- Place ID: ChIJsTF2zQ_rwoARMtC03iqBJgE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 3857 Foothill Blvd, Glendale, CA 91214, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0549076
- Longitude: -118.242643
- Place ID: ChIJE9on3F3HwoAR9AhGJW_fL-I
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Los Angeles, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Barris Kustom Kars showroom, North Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.152512
- Longitude: -118.36624
- Place ID: ChIJM5N_qiO-woAR035SfDfqhUc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 10811 Riverside Dr, North Hollywood, CA 91602, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Glendale, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1425078
- Longitude: -118.255075
- Place ID: ChIJqYPwyDLAwoARpibJ_p6hP-U
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Glendale, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Glendale, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1425078
- Longitude: -118.255075
- Place ID: ChIJqYPwyDLAwoARpibJ_p6hP-U
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Glendale, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
