The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas is a movie from 1982, which is a blend of comedy and musical genres. It features Burt Reynolds, Dolly Parton, and Dom DeLuise, each playing vivid characters. This piece talks about the filming locations of the film and offers behind-the-scenes information.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was filmed in various locations within Texas. The list includes Pflugerville, 16422 Cameron Road in Pflugerville, Austin, Lavaca County Courthouse on 109 N La Grange Street in Hallettsville, and Victoria. The shooting started on September 21, 1981.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Burt Reynolds | Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd |
| Dolly Parton | Mona Stangley |
| Dom DeLuise | Melvin |
| Charles Durning | Governor |
| Jim Nabors | Deputy Fred |
| Robert Mandan | Senator Wingwood |
| Lois Nettleton | Dulcie Mae |
| Theresa Merritt | Jewel |
| Raleigh Bond | Mayor |
| Barry Corbin | C.J. |
| Ken Magee | Mansel |
| Mary Jo Catlett | Rita |
| Mary Louise Wilson | Modene |
| Howard K. Smith | Howard K. Smith |
| Gail Benedict | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Valerie Leigh Bixler | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Leslie Cook | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Carol Culver | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Lorraine Fields | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Trish Garland | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Sandi Johnson | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Lee Lund | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Paula Lynn | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Lily Mariye | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Andrea Pike | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Jennifer Nairn-Smith | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Terri Treas | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Melanie Winter | Chicken Ranch Girl |
| Stephen Bray | Aggie |
| Brian Bullard | Aggie |
| Gary Chapman | Aggie |
| John Dolf | Aggie |
| David Engel | Aggie |
| Mark Fotopoulos | Aggie |
| Michael Fullington | Aggie |
| David Warren Gibson | Aggie |
| Joe Hart | Aggie |
| Jeffrey Hornaday | Aggie |
| Patrick Maguire | Aggie |
| Ted Marriot | Aggie |
| Jerry Mitchell | Aggie |
| Steven Moore | Aggie |
| Douglas Robb | Aggie |
| Kevin Ryan | Aggie |
| Tim Topper | Aggie |
| Marvin Tunney | Aggie |
| Randy Val Cupp | Aggie |
| Robert Warners | Aggie |
| Robin Lynn Funk | Dogette |
| Larry Kenton | Dogette |
| Karen McLain | Dogette |
| Benjamin Taylor | Dogette |
| Arnetia Walker | Dogette |
| Ty Whitney | Dogette |
| John Walter Davis | Melvin’s Crew |
| Gregory Itzin | Melvin’s Crew |
| Timothy Stack | Melvin’s Crew |
| Larry B. Williams | Melvin’s Crew |
| Harvey Christiansen | Old Farmer |
| Donald F. Colson | Jeff Gerald |
| Helen Kleeb | Dora |
| Mickey Jones | Henry |
| Bobby Fite | Dulcie Mae’s Son |
| Paula Shaw | Wulla Jean |
| Kenneth White | Sheriff Jack Roy |
| Ted Gehring | Sheriff Chapman |
| Wayne Heffley | TV Station Manager |
| Lee Grosscup | Lee Grossip |
| Lee Ritchey | Governor’s Aide |
| Alice Drummond | Governor’s Secretary |
| Victoria Wells | Washing Girl |
| Karyn Harrison | Chicken Girl |
| Randy Bennett | Privates Boy |
| Willie T. Neely | Nester |
| Harold Offer | Nester |
| Kenneth Threadgill | Nester |
| John Edson | Male Reporter |
| Robert Ginnaven | Male Reporter |
| Sharon Ammann | Female Reporter |
| Claudette Gardner | Female Reporter |
| Suzi McLaughlin | Female Reporter |
| Herb Boomhower | Dancer (uncredited) |
| Christine Bridges | Chicken Ranch Girl Raid (uncredited) |
| Sterling Clark | Dancer (uncredited) |
| Chuck Dawson | JukeBox Delivery Man (uncredited) |
| Anne Gaybis | Chicken Ranch Girl (uncredited) |
| Larry Gilman | 50’s Vignette (uncredited) |
| Bob Harks | Audience Member (uncredited) |
| Kay Parker | World War II Girl (uncredited) |
| Catherine Wilkinson | Young Whore Dancer (uncredited) |
| Bret Williams | Silhouette Cowboy (uncredited) |
| Robbin Young | Working Girl in Whorehouse (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film was released on July 23, 1982, in the USA.
- Main roles are performed by Burt Reynolds, known for his character as Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd, Dolly Parton, who portrayed Mona Stangley, and Dom DeLuise, who played character Melvin.
- The film’s director was Colin Higgins and writers were Larry L. King and Peter Masterson.
- The film was nominated for 1 Oscar along with 2 other nominations.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Pflugerville, Texas, USA
- Latitude: 30.4548451
- Longitude: -97.6222665
- Place ID: ChIJT4Rx_7TNRIYR4Mu-ZHsEEcg
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Pflugerville, TX, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: 16422 Cameron Road, Pflugerville, Texas, USA
- Latitude: 30.4137889
- Longitude: -97.56022130000001
- Place ID: ChIJEenoyzHERIYRJZWiL-VKtrI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 16422 Cameron Rd, Pflugerville, TX 78660, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Austin, Texas, USA
- Latitude: 30.267153
- Longitude: -97.7430608
- Place ID: ChIJLwPMoJm1RIYRetVp1EtGm10
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Austin, TX, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
- Location Name: Victoria, Texas, USA
- Latitude: 28.8052674
- Longitude: -97.0035982
- Place ID: ChIJO6wtLttmQoYRfSZjb1YN4u4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Victoria, TX, USA
- Timezone: America/Chicago
