The Love Bug

The Love Bug

1997 · 88 min · EN · PG · 5.7 (160 votes)
Dir. Peyton Reed · Starring Bruce Campbell, John Hannah, Ali Wentworth, Kevin J. O'Connor, Dana Gould, Harold Gould · Herbie Collection

“Herbie's Back In A Brand-New Movie!”

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The inimitable VW Beetle is losing all his races and destined for the scrap heap until mechanic Hank takes him over and gives him a new lease of life. Soon, Herbie is winning again, to the fury of his previous owner, who builds a menacing black bug to challenge Herbie to the ultimate race.

VIBE

A charming, feel-good adventure where a plucky underdog car and his new mechanic friend find their groove. It’s a lighthearted race against time, full of whimsical moments and a satisfyingly triumphant spirit.

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