Seabiscuit (2003) Filming Locations and Cast Details

Seabiscuit (2003) Filming Locations and Cast Details

“Seabiscuit” is a 2003 movie that shares the tale of a small racehorse that sparked joy amidst the gloomy era of the Depression. The film was directed by Gary Ross, brought to life by actors like David McCullough, Jeff Bridges, and Paul Vincent O’Connor. This article will uncover the filming locations of the movie and give an insight into interesting trivia about the movie’s production.

Where it Filmed?

“Seabiscuit” was filmed in several locations scattered across California and New York, USA. Some scenes were captured in Hemet as well as Santa Anita Park & Racetrack in Arcadia. The historic Colorado Street Bridge in Pasadena and charming city of Fillmore also hosted some of the movie’s moments. We can’t skip mentioning Saratoga Race Track in Saratoga Springs, New York, a place resonating with the equestrian spirit akin to the movie. The filming started on October 15, 2002.

Cast Details

Cast Name Role
David McCullough Narrator
Jeff Bridges Charles Howard
Paul Vincent O’Connor Bicycle Supervisor
Chris Cooper Tom Smith
Michael Ensign Steamer Owner
James Keane Car Customer
Valerie Mahaffey Annie Howard
David Doty Land Broker
Michael O’Neill Mr. Pollard
Annie Corley Mrs. Pollard
Michael Angarano Young Red Pollard
Cameron Bowen Pollard Child
Noah Luke Pollard Child
Mariah Bess Pollard Child
Jamie Lee Redmon Pollard Child
Ed Lauter Charles Strub
Gianni Russo Alberto Gianini
Sam Bottoms Mr. Blodget
Tobey Maguire Red Pollard
Royce D. Applegate Dutch Doogan
William Hollick Bug Boy Jockey
Joe Rocco Jr. Bug Boy Jockey
Dyllan Christopher Frankie Howard
Anthony Klingman Boxing Match Referee
Elizabeth Banks Marcela Howard
Michelle Arthur Marcela’s Friend
Gary Stevens George Woolf
Danny Strong Young Jockey
Hans Howes White Horse Trainer
Clif Alvey Angry Trainer
Dan Daily Saratoga Trainer
Borden Flanagan Farm Manager
Shay Duffin Sunny Fitzsimmons
Kevin Mangold Saratoga Jockey
William H. Macy Tick Tock McGlaughlin
Jay Cohen Bugle Player
Frank Mirahmadi Santa Anita Track Announcer
Michael Hunter Speed Dual Jockey
Peter Jason Reporter Max
John Walcutt Reporter Roy
Tony Volu Racing Tout
James DuMont Reporter Lewis
Robin Bissell Horace Halsteder
Eddie Jones Samuel Riddle
Paige King Tick-Tock’s Squeeze
Andrew Schatzberg Newsboy
Chris McCarron Charley Kurtsinger
Roger E. Fanter Pimlico Night Watchman
Gary McGurk Tractor Worker
Michael B. Silver Baltimore Doctor
Richard Reeves Radio Reporter Joe
Matt Miller Pimlico Starter
Gary Ross Pimlico Track Announcer
Pat Skipper Seabiscuit’s Vet
Ben Campisi Clocker Man
Ken Magee California Doctor
Jose Hernandez Male Mariachi Band Leader
Julio Hernandez Male Mariachi Band
José Ramírez Male Mariachi Band
Dennis Meade Male Mariachi Band
Javier Juarequi Male Mariachi Band
Aerial Delarosa Male Mariachi Band
Eric Hernandez Male Mariachi Band
Raul Cuellar Male Mariachi Band
Catherine M. Baseza Female Mariachi Band
Gina A. Duran Female Mariachi Band
Cynthia Reifler Flores Female Mariachi Band
Monica Fogelquist Female Mariachi Band
Maria Luisa Fregosa Female Mariachi Band
Ruby Guiterrez Female Mariachi Band
Sylvia N. Hinojosa Female Mariachi Band
Mariana Nanez Female Mariachi Band
Leticia Olmos Female Mariachi Band
Laura Pena Female Mariachi Band
Karla Tovar Female Mariachi Band
George Baker Salvation Army Band
Matthew Gillies Salvation Army Band
Jacqui Larsson Salvation Army Band
Daniel Martinez Salvation Army Band
J. Aaron Stanley Salvation Army Band
Michael White Salvation Army Band
Ivan Wild Salvation Army Band
Loyd Catlett Blacksmith (uncredited)
Bill Di Paolo Grip Dept (uncredited)
Jason Justice Race Spectator (uncredited)
Lindsay Peak Race Day Audience (uncredited)
Christin Taylor-Antonio Race fan in the stands (uncredited)

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Trivia and Facts

Even though you might be familiar with the mainstream actors like Jeff Bridges who played Charles Howard, and Paul Vincent O’Connor, featuring the Bicycle Supervisor, this article enlightens you about other crucial contributors. These include Chris Copper acting as Tom Smith, Michael Ensign playing Steamer Owner, and James Keane portraying the Car Customer. Interesting to note, David McCullough not only acted but also narrated in the movie and Valerie Mahaffey portrayed the character of Annie Howard. Additionally, Laura Hillenbrand along with Gary Ross penned down the screenplay of this heartwarming tale.MV5BMTUzNjgwOTYwMF5BMl5BanBnXkFtZTcwODUzNDAzMw@@. V1 QL75 UX820

Geo Location Details

  • Location Name: Hemet, California, USA
    • Latitude: 33.7475203
    • Longitude: -116.9719684
    • Place ID: ChIJqRWWhTdk24ARwnC1aPZ2PGk
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: Hemet, CA, USA
    • Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
  • Location Name: Saratoga Race Track, Saratoga Springs, New York, USA
    • Latitude: 43.0739705
    • Longitude: -73.7679799
    • Place ID: ChIJxwnkBuk53okR30Rvv3shpDg
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: 267 Union Ave, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866, USA
    • Timezone: America/New_York
  • Location Name: Santa Anita Park & Racetrack – 285 West Huntington Drive, Arcadia, California, USA
    • Latitude: 34.139204
    • Longitude: -118.0452891
    • Place ID: ChIJ2ZRdXpXbwoARsArHq5oQPAI
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: 285 W Huntington Dr, Arcadia, CA 91007, USA
    • Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
  • Location Name: Colorado Street Bridge, Pasadena, California, USA
    • Latitude: 34.144553
    • Longitude: -118.1645887
    • Place ID: ChIJW9DmrZ7DwoARG5j4cWcAVEw
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: Colorado Street Bridge, 504 W Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91105, USA
    • Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
  • Location Name: Fillmore, California, USA
    • Latitude: 34.3991639
    • Longitude: -118.918154
    • Place ID: ChIJ4Y_AB3vJ6YARa3-hHmvlV5o
    • Map Link: Google Map
    • Place Address: Fillmore, CA 93015, USA
    • Timezone: America/Los_Angeles

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