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The Love Bug

G1h 48m1968Robert Stevenson
IMDb: 6.5/10Rotten: 78%Metacritic: 48/100
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"Herbie will honk his way into your heart."

Down-on-his-luck race car driver Jim Douglas teams up with a little VW Bug that has a mind of its own, not realizing Herbie's worth until a sneaky rival plots to steal him.

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Car RaceSportsSan Francisco, CaliforniaSuicide AttemptGolden Gate BridgeRace Car DriverBugCar TroubleBased On Short StoryDual Role

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Love Bug (1968) about?

Down-on-his-luck race car driver Jim Douglas teams up with a little VW Bug that has a mind of its own, not realizing Herbie's worth until a sneaky rival plots to steal him.

Who stars in The Love Bug?

The Love Bug stars Dean Jones (Jim Douglas), Michele Lee (Carole Bennett), David Tomlinson (Peter Thorndyke), Buddy Hackett (Tennessee Steinmetz), Joe Flynn (Havershaw). The film was directed by Robert Stevenson.

How long is The Love Bug?

The Love Bug has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1968. It is rated G.

Is The Love Bug worth watching?

The Love Bug holds an IMDb rating of 6.5/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 78. Fans of Comedy, Family, Fantasy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch The Love Bug?

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