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The Love Bug (1968)

โ€œHerbie will honk his way into your heart.โ€

6.6/10 ยท 665 votes 1h 48m g ComedyFantasyFamily

#19 of 22 films from 1968 #1471 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Robert Stevenson ยท Written by Bill Walsh, Don DaGradi, Gordon Buford

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Overview

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.

Cast

Dean Jonesas Jim Douglas
Michele Leeas Carole Bennett
David Tomlinsonas Peter Thorndyke
Buddy Hackettas Tennessee Steinmetz
Joe Flynnas Havershaw
Benson Fongas Mr. Wu
Andy Granatellias Association President
Joe E. Rossas Detective
Iris Adrianas Carhop
Ned Glassas Toll Booth Attendant
Robert Foulkas Bice
Gil Lambas Policeman at Park
Barry Kelleyas Police Sgt.
Nicole Jaffeas Girl In Dune Buggy

Facts

Release dateDecember 23, 1968
Runtime108 min (1h 48m) โ€” about the same as the 1968 average of 114 min
GenresComedy, Fantasy, Family
LanguageEN
Box office$51,264,022
IMDbtt0064603

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Questions

How long is The Love Bug?
The Love Bug runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Is The Love Bug worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.6/10 across 665 votes, which places it #19 of 22 films released in 1968 in this index (top 18%) and #1471 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed The Love Bug?
The Love Bug was directed by Robert Stevenson. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Mary Poppins (1964), Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971).
Who stars in The Love Bug?
Dean Jones as Jim Douglas; Michele Lee as Carole Bennett; David Tomlinson as Peter Thorndyke; Buddy Hackett as Tennessee Steinmetz; Joe Flynn as Havershaw; Benson Fong as Mr. Wu.
What is The Love Bug rated?
It carries a g certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Love Bug?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/103978.

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