The 1999 comedy “Bowfinger” was filmed in Southern California. The home of Bowfinger, played by Steve Martin, which also serves as the office of Bowfinger International Pictures, can be found in Hollywood. It has since been slightly remodeled, with several newer buildings erected around it.
LOCATION: 1621 Vista Del Mar Ave, Hollywood, CA 90028
The home of Kit Ramsey, played by Eddie Murphy, can be found in Pasadena. The home, which is not visible from the street, has appeared in many other films, such as “Bridesmaids,” “Rush Hour,” “The X-Files,” “Action Jackson,” “Dinner for Schmucks,” “Scary Movie 2,” “Delirious,” “The Mechanic,” “Dead Again” and many more. It has also appeared in such TV shows as “Batman,” “Alias,” “Knight Rider,” “Murder, She Wrote,” “Westworld” and more.
LOCATION: 380 S San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105
Kit Ramsey visits his therapist at MindHead, the exterior of which is the Pacific Design Center in West Hollywood. Many films have shot here, including “Demolition Man,” “Lipstick” and “Her.” The interiors were also featured in the TV series “Westworld.”
LOCATION: 8687 Melrose Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90069
After filming, Bowfinger’s crew eats at Rae’s Restaurant in Santa Monica. The restaurant has been used in many films, such as “True Romance,” “Lords Of Dogtown” and “Starsky & Hutch.”
LOCATION: 2901 Pico Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90405
The climax of the film takes place at the Griffith Observatory. It is perhaps most famously known for appearing in the 1955 James Dean film, “Rebel Without A Cause.” It has also been seen in such films as “The Terminator,” “La La Land,” “Transformers” and dozens more.
LOCATION: 2800 E Observatory Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90027
The Fox Theater in Westwood Village is where the premier of “Chubby Rain” takes place.
The 1998 action comedy “Rush Hour,” starring Jackie Chan and Chris Tucker, was filmed in Los Angeles, California and Hong Kong. Early in the film, Griffin, played by Tom Wilkinson, hosts guests inside the “Ennis House,” located in the Los Feliz neighborhood of Los Angeles. The house has been featured in countless productions, including “Blade Runner,” “House On Haunted Hill,” “The Day of the Locust,” “The Karate Kid Part III,” “Black Rain,” “The Glimmer Man,” “The Replacement Killers,” “Grand Canyon” and “The Thirteenth Floor.” It has also been recreated on studio stages for movies such as “Predator 2,” “The Rocketeer” and “Mullholland Drive.” It has likewise appeared in the TV shows “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Twin Peaks,” as well as countless other music videos and commercials.
LOCATION: 2607 Glendower Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027
The Chinese consulate where Han, played by Tzi Ma, stays can be found in Pasadena. The home, which is not visible from the street, has appeared in many other films, such as “Bridesmaids,” “Bowfinger,” “The X-Files,” “Action Jackson,” “Dinner for Schmucks,” “Scary Movie 2,” “Delirious,” “The Mechanic,” “Dead Again” and many more. It has also appeared in such TV shows as “Batman,” “Alias,” “Knight Rider,” “Murder, She Wrote,” “Westworld” and more.
LOCATION: 380 S San Rafael Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105
The China Exposition scenes were filmed at the Los Angeles Convention Center. Both the exteriors and interiors appear in the film, which the location playing a major part in the final act of the film.
LOCATION: 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
The Capitol Records building makes an appearance during a scene of Carter (Chris Tucker) and Lee (Jackie Chan) driving. It can also be seen in countless films, including “Once Upon A Time In… Hollywood,” “Calendar Girl,” “Get Him to the Greek,” “Nightcrawler,” “Freakier Friday” and many more.
LOCATION: 1750 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Carter takes Lee to the famed TCL Chinese Theater in Hollywood. The theater has likewise appeared in countless films, such as “Twins,” “Valley Girl,” “Calendar Girl,” “The Aviator,” “Iron Man 3” and many more.
LOCATION: 6925 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028
Lee and Carter visit this Chinese restaurant, located in Chinatown, Los Angeles.
LOCATION: 949 N Hill St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
The restaurant even has it painted onto the side of the building that the film was shot there.
The apartment of Johnson, played by Elizabeth Peña, can be found in West Hollywood. The same building has been featured in the films “L.A. Story,” “The Limey,” “Bill & Ted’s Bogus Journey” and more.
LOCATION: 1400 N Hayworth Ave, West Hollywood, CA 90046
In the 1981 Frank Perry film “Mommie Dearest,” Joan Crawford, played by Faye Dunaway, lives in this home, located in the Holmby Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles, California.
The 1996 Tom Hanks film “That Thing You Do!” was shot in Southern California. The opening of the film is seen from Orange Circle, a popular shopping and dining area in Orange, California.
LOCATION: Plaza Square, Orange, CA 92866
The Patterson’s Appliances store can be found there.
LOCATION: 129 N Glassell St, Orange, CA 92866
The Watson’s drug store and restaurant could be found in the same area. It also appeared in such films as “The Benchwarmers” and “The Stepford Children.” While the building is still there, it is no longer Watson’s.
LOCATION: 116 E Chapman Ave, Orange, CA 92866
The house where the band rehearses can be found in Pasadena. However, only the garage appears in the film.
LOCATION: 490 Prospect Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91103
The band performs at The Orpheum Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles, with their name appearing on the marquee.
The 1984 film “Night of the Comet” was shot in Southern California. The theater where Reggie, played by Catherine Mary Stewart, works early in the film is the El Rey Theatre, which has also been seen in such films as “License To Drive” and “Jay And Silent Bob Strike Back.”
LOCATION: 5515 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90036
Reggie and her sister Sam, played by Kelli Maroney, live at this home in Northridge, which has since been remodeled. It was mostly seen in close-up shots of the front door.
LOCATION: 19174 Dunure Pl, Northridge, CA 91326
What is more seen more in the film and better matches up is the reverse view looking out onto the street.
Near the end of the film, Reggie takes photos in front of this building in Downtown Los Angeles. The same building can be seen in such films as “Barbie,” “Pretty Woman,” “Cutter’s Way” and “The Muppets.”
The 1973 Robert Altman film “The Long Goodbye” was shot in Southern California and Mexico. The home of Philip Marlowe, played by Elliott Gould, can be found in Hollywood, tucked away in a neighborhood near the Hollywood Bowl.
LOCATION: 2178 High Tower Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90068
The 1993 John Singleton film “Poetic Justice,” starring Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur, was filmed in Los Angeles. Lucky, played Shakur, visits the apartment of his daughter Keisha, who lives with her mother Angel. The apartment can be found in Mid City, just off the 10 freeway.
LOCATION: 2211 Genesee Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90016
The home of Justice, played by Jackson, can be found in the West Adams neighborhood.
The 2003 comedy “Bringing Down the House” was filmed in Southern California. The home of Peter Sanderson, played by Steve Martin, can be found in the Hancock Park neighborhood of Los Angeles.
LOCATION: 166 McCadden Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90004
Just across the street is the home of Mrs. Kline, played by Betty White.
LOCATION: 171 McCadden Pl, Los Angeles, CA 90004
The home of Kate Sanderson, played by Jean Smart can be found in South Pasadena. The same house can be seen in the film “Jurassic Park III” as well as the TV shows “Family” and “Fatal Attraction.”
LOCATION: 1230 Milan Ave, South Pasadena, CA 91030
The 1987 sci-fi detective film “The Hidden” was shot around Los Angeles, California. The opening bank robbery scene was filmed in Downtown L.A. at the Citigroup Center. This same location has appeared in countless films, such as “Heat,” “Fight Club,” “To Live And Die In L.A.” and more.
LOCATION: 444 S Flower St, Los Angeles, CA 90071
A car chase ensues across the city, including the Los Angeles Central Library, located near the bank location.
LOCATION: 630 W 5th St, Los Angeles, CA 90071
The chase continues past the Uptown Rocker public art piece in Downtown L.A., which has also appeared in such films as “Southland Tales” and “Double Dragon.”
LOCATION: Uptown Rocker, W 4th St, Los Angeles, CA 90071 (GPS coordinates: 34°03’06.3″N, 118°15’10.2″W)
The chase proceeds to Grand Lower. This is a popular area for both filming and photography. It has been featured in countless films, including “The Terminator,” “Robocop,” “Demolition Man,” “Cobra,” “Batman Forever,” “Repo Man,” “Double Dragon,” “Whore” and many more. It was also featured in the TV series “Westworld.”
LOCATION: Grand Lower, Los Angeles, CA 90071
The car reaches this parking garage area. This building has also appeared in “Kill Bill,” “The Neon Demon” and more.
LOCATION: 2404 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90057
The chase enters MacArthur Park, another staple of film and television. The park appears in “Falling Down,” “Drive,” “Kiss Kiss Bang Bang” and many more.
LOCATION: 2230 W 6th St, Los Angeles, CA 90057
A police blockade is set up in this area.
LOCATION: Yucca St / Vista Del Mar Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
The car approaches from this area.
Lloyd Gallagher, played by Kyle MacLachlan, is seen entering a hospital building.
LOCATION: 6245 De Longpre Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
The location of Bleecker Bob’s Records appears more nondescript in present day, but remains standing.
LOCATION: 7663 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
The building depicted as the police station is now a Goodwill center.
LOCATION: 342 N San Fernando Rd, Los Angeles, CA 90031
This is the restaurant where Jonathan Miller, played by William Boyett, eats in the film.
LOCATION: 1850 N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Jonathan Miller is seen running after a car at this intersection next to the restaurant.
LOCATION: Russell Ave / N Vermont Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90027
The car dealership can be found in Sherman Oaks.
LOCATION: 5015 Van Nuys Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
The location of Anchor Imports can be found in Beverly Hills, but the building has since been remodeled and a door no longer exists in the shot seen in the film.
LOCATION: 9312 Civic Center Dr, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (since remodeled)
The home of Tom Beck, played by Michael Nouri, can be found in Hollywood.
LOCATION: 1551 Courtney Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90046
This building in Hollywood was depicted as The Harem Room.
LOCATION: 1642 N Las Palmas Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
Brenda Lee Van Buren, played by Claudia Christian, has sex in the nearby parking lot.
LOCATION: 1609 N Las Palmas Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
This church next to the parking lot is seen in the background of several shots.
The Neptune Mannequins building can be found in Downtown L.A.
LOCATION: 701 E 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90013
Senator Holt is targeted at the MacArthur, formerly known as the Park Plaza Hotel. No longer a functioning hotel, the MacArthur today serves primarily as a property for hosting filming and special events. However, it is under renovation with apparent plans to open a portion up once again as a hotel. It has been featured in many films, such as “Wild At Heart,” “Reservoir Dogs,” “Drive,” “Buffy The Vampire Slayer,” “Bobby,” “Gangster Squad,” “Tango & Cash,” “The Naked Gun” and many more.
LOCATION: 607 S Park View St, Los Angeles, CA 90057
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The 2016 Shane Black film “The Nice Guys,” starring Russell Crowe and Ryan Gosling, takes place in Los Angeles in 1977. Much of the filming took place in Southern California, with some additional filming in Atlanta, Georgia. The opening shot is seen behind the Hollywood sign. There is a public hiking trail that goes up to and behind the sign. The sign itself is heavily monitored by security.
LOCATION: Hollywood Sign, Los Angeles, CA 90068 (GPS coordinates: 34°08’02.8″N, 118°19’17.5″W)
Early in the film, Jackson Healy, played by Russell Crowe, beats up a man at this house, which can be found in the View Park-Windsor Hills neighborhood of Los Angeles. The house has since been remodeled a bit. This same home is briefly seen in “Lords Of Dogtown.”
LOCATION: 3975 Kenway Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90008
The Hollywood First National Bank Building is briefly seen as a radio announcer repeats a smog advisory. The same building also appears in the film “Twins“, as well as briefly in the background of a rooftop scene in “Reservoir Dogs.”
LOCATION: 6777 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90028
The home of Holland March, played by Ryan Gosling, can also be found in the View Park-Windsor Hills neighborhood.
LOCATION: 4255 Enoro Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90008
The home of Misty’s Aunt, whom March takes on as a client, can be found in the same neighborhood.
LOCATION: 4585 W Mt Vernon Dr, View Park-Windsor Hills, CA 90043
The exterior of the bowling alley where March’s daughter Holly, played by Angourie Rice, has a birthday party can be found in Covina, a bit far away from most of the other locations in the film.
LOCATION: 1060 W San Bernardino Rd, Covina, CA 91722
Healy and March encounter Amelia’s protest group on the stairs of City Hall in Downtown Los Angeles. The building has been featured in endless films, such as “They Live,” “L.A. Confidential,” “Liar Liar,” “Ray,” “Fracture,” “Gangster Squad,” “Impulse,” L.A. Bounty” and more.
LOCATION: 200 N Spring St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
Healy and March meet with Amelia’s mother, played by Kim Basinger, at The John Ferraro Building in Downtown L.A. It has been featured in countless films and television shows, such as “Inception,” “Hancock,” “The Omega Man” and more.
LOCATION: 111 N Hope St, Los Angeles, CA 90012
The empty plot of land where Holly reads alone can be found in Baldwin Hills.
LOCATION: 5245 Veronica St, Los Angeles, CA 90008
The Hollywood Tower Apartments are briefly seen as March speculates maybe the birds can’t breathe, as he sits stuck in traffic. The same apartments appears in the film “Body Double.”
LOCATION: 6200 Franklin Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90028
The home of Misty Mountains, played by Murielle Telio, can be found back in View Park-Windsor Hills.
LOCATION: 5003 Parkglen Ave, View Park-Windsor Hills, CA 90043
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