Tycoon is a 1947 movie revolving around the life of an American engineer tasked to build a mountain railroad tunnel in South America. The movie captures gripping moments of his life, interwoven with a heartfelt love story. It features a stunning cast including John Wayne, Laraine Day, and Cedric Hardwicke.
Where it Filmed?
Tycoon was filmed in different locations across California, USA. These places include Alabama Hills in Lone Pine, Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden in Arcadia, and RKO Studios in Hollywood.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| John Wayne | Johnny |
| Laraine Day | Maura |
| Judith Anderson | Miss Braithwaite |
| James Gleason | Pop |
| Anthony Quinn | Ricky |
| Grant Withers | Fog |
| Paul Fix | Joe |
| Fernando Alvarado | Chico |
| Harry Woods | Holden |
| Michael Harvey | Curly |
| Charles Trowbridge | Señor Tobar |
| Martin Garralaga | Chavez |
| Fred Aldrich | Foreman (uncredited) |
| Jose Alvarado | Boy (uncredited) |
| Don Avalier | Undetermined Role (uncredited) |
| Trevor Bardette | Julio Ayora – House Guest (uncredited) |
| Argentina Brunetti | Señora Ayora – House Guest (uncredited) |
| Nina Campana | Estrelita (uncredited) |
| Ann Codee | Señora Tobar (uncredited) |
| Tom Coffey | Laborer (uncredited) |
| Carmen D’Antonio | Secretary (uncredited) |
| Earle S. Dewey | Undetermined Role (uncredited) |
| Ernest Dominguez | Boy (uncredited) |
| Joe Dominguez | Laborer (uncredited) |
| John Eberts | Laborer (uncredited) |
| Paul Fierro | Engineer (uncredited) |
| Nacho Galindo | Foreman (uncredited) |
| Elias Gamboa | Doorman (uncredited) |
| Carmelita González | Girl (uncredited) |
| Phyllis Graffeo | Girl (uncredited) |
| Frank Leyva | Laborer (uncredited) |
| Sam Lufkin | Laborer (uncredited) |
| Marya Marco | Girl (uncredited) |
| Wayne McCoy | Laborer (uncredited) |
| Rudolph Medina | Dancer at Fiesta (uncredited) |
| Frank Mills | Taxi Driver (uncredited) |
| Connie Montoya | Girl (uncredited) |
| Alberto Morin | Hernández |
| Headwaiter (uncredited) | |
| Al Murphy | Assistant Doctor (uncredited) |
| Clarise Murphy | Laborer’s Wife (uncredited) |
| Frank Nordstrom | Engineer (uncredited) |
| Eduardo Noriega | Emilio (uncredited) |
| Jose Portugal | Waiter (uncredited) |
| Sheila Raven | Laborer’s Wife (uncredited) |
| Julian Rivero | Priest (uncredited) |
| Jan Sterling | Dancer at Fiesta (uncredited) |
| Diane Stewart | Laborer’s Wife (uncredited) |
| Brick Sullivan | Foreman with Holden at Fiesta (uncredited) |
| Harry J. Vejar | Mine Forman (uncredited) |
| Lucio Villegas | Priest (uncredited) |
| Blanca Vischer | Young Woman (uncredited) |
| Max Wagner | Undetermined Role (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie was released on 27 Dec 1947 in USA
- It runs for 2 hours 8 minutes making it a wholesome Adventure-Drama movie.
- John Wayne plays the challenging role of an engineer, Johnny, who also faces dilemmas in his love life.
- Richard Wallace expertly directed the compelling story.
- John Twist, Borden Chase,and Charles E. Scoggins are the brilliant writers behind this engaging screenplay.
- The film was produced under the banner of RKO Radio Pictures.
- Despite the engaging storyline and powerful performances, the movie didn’t do well, making it RKO Pictures’ biggest flop of 1947
- It had a huge budget of $3,209,000 but unfortunately, it incurred a loss of one million thirty-five thousand dollars.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Alabama Hills, Lone Pine, California, USA
- Latitude: 36.5677116
- Longitude: -118.0898097
- Place ID: ChIJrfUrCwyGv4ARPZV1q-OY8P4
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Alabama Hills, Lone Pine, CA 93545, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden – 301 N. Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.1425236
- Longitude: -118.0534118
- Place ID: ChIJOalD_5DbwoARcH4Yl2C8xjE
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Los Angeles County Arboretum & Botanic Garden, 301 N Baldwin Ave, Arcadia, CA 91007, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: RKO Studios – 780 N. Gower Street, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.0853107
- Longitude: -118.3221087
- Place ID: ChIJxWyB8rW4woARTNc52u9YRCQ
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: 780 N Gower St, Los Angeles, CA 90038, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
