This simple introduction is for the movies “The Fog” from 1980 and “The Fly” from 1986. These movies were filmed in various locations, with a number of actors playing different roles. This information will also include some fun trivia about the movies and their production.
Where it Filmed?
“The Fog” was filmed in different locations throughout California, USA. It was filmed from April 1979 to May 1979. Locations include Gulf of Farallones, Point Reyes, Bodega Bay, Point Reyes National Seashore, the Episcopal Church of the Ascension at 25 East Laurel Avenue in Sierra Madre, and Point Reyes Station.
“The Fly,” directed by David Cronenberg, was mostly shot in Toronto, Ontario. Notable locations include Seth Brundle’s loft/laboratory, which is situated on Liberty Street in Liberty Village. Other significant locations include the Art Gallery of Ontario, Walker Court, and 135 Liberty Street. The interiors of Brundle’s lab were filmed at Cinespace Film Studios in Kleinburg. The Manulife Building served as the HQ for ‘Monolith Publishing.’ Some scenes were also shot at Kensington Market and Baldwin Village.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Adrienne Barbeau | Stevie Wayne |
| Jamie Lee Curtis | Elizabeth Solley |
| Janet Leigh | Kathy Williams |
| John Houseman | Mr. Machen |
| Tom Atkins | Nick Castle |
| James Canning | Dick Baxter |
| Charles Cyphers | Dan O’Bannon |
| Ty Mitchell | Andy Wayne |
| Hal Holbrook | Father Malone |
| George ‘Buck’ Flower | Tommy Wallace |
| Regina Waldon | Mrs. Kobritz |
| Jim Haynie | Dockmaster |
| Darrow Igus | Mel |
| Fred Franklyn | Ashcroft |
| Ric Moreno | Ghost |
| Bill Taylor | Bartender |
| Rob Bottin | Blake |
| Charles Nicklin | Blake (voice) |
| Darwin Joston | Dr. Phibes |
| Laurie Arent | Child |
| Lindsey Arent | Child |
| Shari Jacoby | Child |
| Christopher Cundey | Child |
| John Strobel | Grocery Clerk |
| John Carpenter | Bennett (uncredited) |
| Debra Hill | Extra (uncredited) |
| Don Ramey Logan | Creature in the Fog (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- “The Fog” is a horror-thriller film released on 06 Feb 1980 in the Philippines, directed by John Carpenter and Debra Hill. The film stars Adrienne Barbeau, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Janet Leigh. The actors’ respective characters in the movie are Stevie Wayne, Elizabeth Solley, and Kathy Williams.
- “The Fly” is known for its more cerebral and visceral approach to filming compared to its 1958 version. Some notable key cast members include Jeff Goldblum who played Seth Brundle, Geena Davis as Veronica ‘Ronnie’ Quaife, and John Getz as Stathis Borans.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Gulf of the Farallones, Point Reyes, California, USA
- Latitude: 37.8232112
- Longitude: -122.9888319
- Place ID: ChIJ_Za8RD53hoARlbU1u_3jRS4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, California, USA
- Timezone:
- Location Name: Point Reyes Station, California, USA
- Latitude: 38.0690894
- Longitude: -122.8069356
- Place ID: ChIJK5G0qojPhYARqKBsK0IBFYw
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Point Reyes Station, CA 94956, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
