The movie ‘What’s So Bad About Feeling Good?’ released in 1968, is a comedy film directed by George Seaton. The film revolves around a unique infection that makes people happy, which the authorities perceive as a threat. It starred actors George Peppard, Mary Tyler Moore, and Don Stroud. This article reveals behind-the-scenes details and interesting facts about the movie, including the filming locations and production trivia.
Where it Filmed?
The shooting for ‘What’s So Bad About Feeling Good?’ took place in New York City, USA. The filming period of the movie is recorded to have started in June 1967. Every scene reflects the diversity and vibrancy of New York City, capturing the very essence of the place in the film.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| George Peppard | Pete |
| Mary Tyler Moore | Liz |
| Don Stroud | Barney |
| Susan Saint James | Aida |
| Dom DeLuise | J. Gardner Monroe |
| Nathaniel Frey | Conrad |
| John McMartin | The Mayor |
| Charles Lane | Dr. Shapiro |
| Jeanne Arnold | Gertrude |
| George Furth | Murgatroyd |
| Morty Gunty | Sgt. Gunty |
| Joe Ponazecki | Officer Ponazecki |
| Frank Campanella | Capt. Wallace |
| Thelma Ritter | Mrs. Schwartz |
| Tom Ahearne | Brady (uncredited) |
| Hy Anzell | (uncredited) |
| Ralph Bell | Dr. Langley (uncredited) |
| Robert Bond | Mayor’s Aide (uncredited) |
| Richard Buck | Board Member (uncredited) |
| Franklin Cover | Medical Expert (uncredited) |
| Joel Crothers | Board Member (uncredited) |
| Hal K. Dawson | Harris (uncredited) |
| Angus Duncan | Board Member (uncredited) |
| Joey Faye | Zookeeper (uncredited) |
| Conard Fowkes | Board Member (uncredited) |
| Hugh Franklin | Park Commissioner Williams (uncredited) |
| Arny Freeman | 1st Mate (uncredited) |
| Peter Gumeny | (uncredited) |
| Moses Gunn | (uncredited) |
| Albert Henderson | (uncredited) |
| Donald Hotten | Sam (uncredited) |
| Bob Kaliban | Junior Executive (uncredited) |
| Lincoln Kilpatrick | Wilson (uncredited) |
| Jára Kohout | Soviet Delegate (uncredited) |
| Mina Kolb | Woman in Pad (uncredited) |
| Adeline Leonard Seakwood | Lab Technician (uncredited) |
| Ira Lewis | (uncredited) |
| Cleavon Little | Phil (uncredited) |
| Salem Ludwig | Witter (uncredited) |
| Lou Martini Jr. | Crying Boy At City Hall (uncredited) |
| Eda Reiss Merin | (uncredited) |
| Barbara Minkus | Harriet (uncredited) |
| Robert Moore | Board Member (uncredited) |
| James Noble | Board Member (uncredited) |
| Martin O’Hara | T.V. Newscaster (uncredited) |
| George Petrie | Bolton (uncredited) |
| Nat Polen | (uncredited) |
| Victoria Racimo | Woman in Pad (uncredited) |
| Tom Rosqui | Radio Cop (uncredited) |
| John P. Ryan | Roger (uncredited) |
| Marc Seaton | Man in Pad (uncredited) |
| Gillian Spencer | The Sack (uncredited) |
| George Sperdakos | Crewman (uncredited) |
| Carmine Stippo | Charlie (uncredited) |
| Peter Turgeon | Security Expert (uncredited) |
| Kay Turner | Woman in Pad (uncredited) |
| Luis Van Rooten | Dr. Fowler (uncredited) |
| Titos Vandis | Captain Narcopolis (uncredited) |
| Ned Wertimer | Marshall legal aide (uncredited) |
| Emily Yancy | Sybil (uncredited) |
| Louis Zorich | (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie, with a length of 1 hour and 34 minutes, got released on 31st July 1968 in France.
- This movie was the last film featuring actress Thelma Ritter. Interestingly, her first film, the 1947 movie ‘Miracle on 34th Street’, was also directed by George Seaton. She is one of the few actors to have the distinction of starting and ending her film career with the same director.
- ‘What’s So Bad About Feeling Good?’ was referenced in the 1970 film ‘Buckskin Bo’sun USN’.
- The film was distributed by Universal Pictures and was also received by various international distributors for screening in their respective countries.
- The unique title ‘What’s So Bad About Feeling Good?’ reflects the central idea of the movie, challenging conventions and societal norms.
- In addition to the original English language, the movie also included German, Greek, Russian, and Spanish language components, adding to its global appeal.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7127753
- Longitude: -74.0059728
- Place ID: ChIJOwg_06VPwokRYv534QaPC8g
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: New York, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
