“Palmer’s Pick-Up” is a comedy movie released in 1999, directed by Christopher Coppola and staring actors such as Robert Carradine and Richard Hillman. The movie tells the story of two clueless owners of a beleaguered hauling company who are enticed into transporting a massive, enigmatic box across the country. This article will discuss where the movie was filmed, who played what role, and share intriguing backstage trivia.
Where it Filmed?
“Palmer’s Pick-Up” was primarily filmed in various locations across the United States. The exact locations are listed as the World’s Largest Office Chair situated at 625 Noble St., Anniston, Alabama, USA, Los Angeles County, California, USA, Lincoln Heights Jail located at 401 N. Avenue 19, Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles, California, USA, and the cities of Holbrook and Willcox, both in Arizona, USA. No specific filming dates have been provided.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Morton Downey Jr. | Dick Cash |
| Robert Carradine | Bruce Palmer |
| Richard Hillman | Pearl |
| Bruce Palmer | Mr. Baker |
| Shark Owner | |
| Alice Ghostley | Mrs. Eleanor Palmer |
| Soupy Sales | Ernie Bolza |
| Patrick Kilpatrick | Bo |
| Judy | Self |
| Neil Giuntoli | Mac |
| Tilghmin Bollends | Miriam |
| Garrett Morris | Tom Bolza |
| Talia Shire | Mr. Price |
| John Gulager | Santa |
| Piper Laurie | Radio Evangelist |
| Charles Fleischer | Sarah |
| Nancy Hammill | Newscaster |
| Clu Gulager | Jeb |
| the Telegraph Operator | |
| Peter Ridet | Billy Floyd |
| Rosanna Arquette | Dawn |
| Melissa Ashurst | Grandma |
| Thomas Keller | Grandpa |
| Irwin Royes | Midget Priest |
| Tom Gulager | Male Remo |
| Grace Jones | Female Remo |
| David Bantly | Paramedic (uncredited) |
| Renee DeBevoise | Cash Girl (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- Steve-O, known for the Jackass series, made his first movie appearance in “Palmer’s Pick-Up” playing a clown.
- In a continuity error, the ropes used to tie up the character Ernie in his wheelchair noticeably change position between shots.
- The movie’s budget was approximately $1,200,000.
- A funny quote from the film is from Bruce Palmer saying to Pearl, “What do you say to a one-legged hitchhiker?” To which Pearl replies, “What?” and Bruce finishes with, “Hop in!”
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: World’s Largest Office Chair – 625 Noble St., Anniston, Alabama, USA
- Latitude: 33.6525765
- Longitude: -85.8295424
- Place ID: ChIJkSuC5xuzi4gRUr4WAcujMsE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Anniston, AL 36201, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Lincoln Heights Jail – 401 N. Avenue 19, Lincoln Heights, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0777971
- Longitude: -118.2251117
- Place ID: ChIJj32fdYzGwoARiJg1PrY43kM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 421 N Ave 19, Los Angeles, CA 90031, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Holbrook, Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 34.9022482
- Longitude: -110.1581768
- Place ID: ChIJV9iyHRaoL4cRPDI1Dpi0D1U
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Holbrook, AZ 86025, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
- Location Name: Willcox, Arizona, USA
- Latitude: 32.2528519
- Longitude: -109.8320124
- Place ID: ChIJI4TFzjmc14YR1VBzemPRhCE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Willcox, AZ 85643, USA
- Timezone: America/Phoenix
