The War of the Roses is a comedy-romance film that was released in the USA on 8th December 1989. The story revolves around a married couple who are engrossed in a fierce divorce battle. The movie directed by Danny DeVito stars Michael Douglas, Kathleen Turner and Danny DeVito.
Where it Filmed?
The War of the Roses was filmed at various locations. Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve in Whidbey Island, Washington, USA is one location where scenes were shot.
Los Angeles, California, USA also served as a stage, particularly at 119 Fremont Place.
Other scenes were shot at Stage 15, 20th Century Fox Studios located at 10201 Pico Blvd., Century City, Los Angeles, California, USA.
Little Europe, Backlot, Universal Studios at 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California, USA is another noteworthy filming location.
The filming started on March 21, 1989 and wrapped up on July 25, 1989.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Michael Douglas | Oliver Rose |
| Kathleen Turner | Barbara Rose |
| Danny DeVito | Gavin D’Amato |
| Marianne Sägebrecht | Susan |
| Sean Astin | Josh at 17 |
| Heather Fairfield | Carolyn at 17 |
| G.D. Spradlin | Harry Thurmont |
| Peter Donat | Jason Larrabee |
| Dan Castellaneta | Man in Chair |
| Gloria Cromwell | Mrs. Marshall |
| Harlan Arnold | Mr. Dell |
| Mary Fogarty | Mrs. Dell |
| Rika Hofmann | Elke |
| Patricia Allison | Maureen |
| Peter Brocco | Elderly Mourner |
| Philip Perlman | Bidder at Auction |
| Susan Isaacs | Auctioneer’s Assistant |
| Trenton Teigen | Josh at 10 |
| Bethany McKinney | Carolyn at 10 |
| Shirley Mitchell | Mrs. Dewitt |
| Ellen Crawford | Nurse #1 |
| Michael Adler | Dr. Hillerman |
| Lisa Howard | Nurse #2 |
| Jeff Thomas | Orderly |
| Jacqueline Cassell | Gavin’s Secretary |
| Vickilyn Reynolds | Nancy – Oliver’s Secretary |
| Eunice Suarez | Latin Woman |
| Julia Elliott | Latin Assistant |
| Tony Crane | Teenage Boy |
| Ryan Wickers | Josh at 3 |
| Shaun Wickers | Josh at 3 |
| Catherine Donohue | Carolyn at 3 |
| Mary Donohue | Carolyn at 3 |
| Sue Palka | Anchorwoman |
| Morris Jones | Anchorman |
| Popeye | Benny |
| Tyler | Kitty Kitty |
| Roy Brocksmith | Mr. Fisk |
| Peter Hansen | Mr. Marshall |
| Robert Harper | Heath |
| Prince Hughes | Bleeding Man |
| Danitra Vance | Manicurist Trainee |
| David Wohl | Dr. Gordon |
| Robin Blake | Dinner Party Guest (uncredited) |
| Marilyn Brandt | Woman at Law Firm (uncredited) |
| Norman Brenner | Mourner (uncredited) |
| Bob Courts | Dinner Party Guest (uncredited) |
| Gene Cross | Auction Bidder (uncredited) |
| Hal Donahue | Gentlemen’s Club Patron (uncredited) |
| Peter Eastman | Lawyer in Waiting Area (uncredited) |
| Berl Erdahl | Gentlemen’s Club Patron (uncredited) |
| Fritz Hess | Christmas Caroler (uncredited) |
| Al Kroft | Gentlemen’s Club Patron (uncredited) |
| Tom Myer | Gentlemen’s Club Waiter (uncredited) |
| Ken Norton | Gentlemen’s Club Patron (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The War of the Roses was released in 1989.
- The movie runs for 1 hour 56 minutes.
- The film is categorized as a Comedy and Romance piece.
- Danny DeVito wore multiple hats as the director and one of the stars of the movie.
- Warren Adler and Michael Leeson are the writers of The War of the Roses.
- Michael Douglas played Oliver Rose while Kathleen Turner acted as Barbara Rose in the film.
- Other cast members include Danny DeVito playing Gavin D’Amato, Marianne Sägebrecht as Susan, and more.
- The film was nominated for 1 BAFTA Film Award and received 2 wins and other 8 nominations.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve, Whidbey Island, Washington, USA
- Latitude: 48.1922729
- Longitude: -122.7082582
- Place ID: ChIJf9tiiLWMj1QRrxtbtUt0e0Y
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Ebey’s Landing, Parking lot, Ebey’s Landing Rd, Coupeville, WA 98239, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: 119 Fremont Place, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.058002
- Longitude: -118.3296756
- Place ID: ChIJ6bRLE-64woARqcmCSLE07tU
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 119 Fremont Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90005, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Stage 15, 20th Century Fox Studios – 10201 Pico Blvd., Century City, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0523198
- Longitude: -118.4126303
- Place ID: ChIJH603kOu7woARdE_wbCISU88
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 10201 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90067, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Little Europe, Backlot, Universal Studios – 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1370713
- Longitude: -118.3533061
- Place ID: ChIJzzgyJU–woARcZqceSdQ3dM
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 100 Universal City Plaza, Universal City, CA 91608, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
