Miscellaneous

Where did they film Trading Places?

Where did they film Trading Places?

Philadelphia
Filming took place on location in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and New York City.

Was there a sequel to trading places?

And yes, this means Coming 2 America is also technically a sequel to Trading Places too.

Where was the mansion from the movie Trading Places?

The Dukes mansion – Mill Neck Manor, 40 Frost Mill Road, Mill Neck, New York.

How much did Louis and Billy Ray make?

How much did Billy Ray and Louis make in their scheme? The actual amount isn’t given but the Dukes had to pay $394 million ($1.011 BILLION in 2019 adjusted for inflation) In the movie, the Dukes “shorted” oranges in a “margin” trade, using leverage.

Are Mortimer and Randolph still alive?

Five years later, Randolph and Mortimer are homeless panhandlers living on the streets of New York City. In the 2021 sequel Coming 2 America, the Duke brothers are long dead, but their company is thriving, run by their grandson, Carter Duke. There is a framed portrait of the Dukes in their grandson’s office.

Is Randolph and Mortimer in coming to America 2?

Many viewers might remember that the original Coming to America featured cameos from Trading Places’ Randolph and Mortimer Duke, played by Ralph Bellamy and Don Ameche, respectively. While they only appeared briefly, their presence did confirm that John Landis’ two comedies take place in the same universe.

How much money did Billy Ray and Louis make in Trading Places?

Does the Heritage Club exist?

Billy Ray is arrested after walking away from Rittenhouse Square and bumping into Louis along Locust Street in front of “The Heritage Club.” The fictional Heritage Club is based on the very real, elite Union League which is actually located across the street from the Duke and Duke building.

Where can I watch the movie Trading Places?

Watch the full movie online. Upper-crust executive Louis Winthorpe III (Dan Aykroyd) and down-and-out hustler Billy Ray Valentine (Eddie Murphy) are the subjects of a bet by successful brokers Mortimer (Don Ameche) and Randolph Duke (Ralph Bellamy).

What was the criticism of the movie Trading Places?

Criticism focused on the film lacking the same moral message of the genre while promoting the accumulation of wealth. It received multiple award nominations including an Academy Award for Bernstein’s score and won two BAFTA awards for Elliott and Curtis.

Where was the last scene of trading places filmed?

The final scene shot was of the main characters celebrating on a beach; this was filmed on Saint Croix island in the United States Virgin Islands. Principal photography concluded on March 1, 1983, after 78 days.

Who are the main characters in Trading Places?

Randolph Duke ( Ralph Bellamy) and Mortimer Duke ( Don Ameche) always wear matching suits and tie patterns, only Randolph wears a bow tie, and Mortimer a necktie. Interesting? Winthorpe and Valentine conduct what’s known as “short selling”, selling stock (or commodities) that one doesn’t own, and then repurchasing the security at a lower price.