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The Love Bug

1997Movie1 h 28 minPG

53
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.4Rotten Tomatoes–49%
53
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb5.4Rotten Tomatoes–49%

Summary

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.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

Where to watch

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Not streaming in any country yet.

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Not for brutality, scares or big ideas.

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Cast

14 of 14

Crew

Directed by
Peyton Reed
Written by
Gordon Buford
Produced by
Joan Van Horn, Irwin Marcus
Music by
Shirley Walker

Everyone

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Facts

November 29, 1997 · 1 h 28 min · PG

Released
November 29, 1997
Runtime
1 h 28 min
Age rating
PG
Genres
Fantasy, Adventure, Comedy, Family
Original language
English
Made in
United States

Tropes

Logical Weakness, Darker and Edgier, Evil Knockoff +9

Q&A

6 questions, like "Is The Love Bug worth watching?"

Questions about The Love Bug

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Love Bug worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53 (IMDb 5.4).

Is The Love Bug okay for kids?

PG

Yes: it's rated PG in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will The Love Bug make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly slapstick (7 of 10) and situational comedy (6 of 10).

Can I half-watch The Love Bug?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

What tropes does The Love Bug use?

Logical WeaknessDarker and EdgierEvil KnockoffExpyNightmare SequenceFlashbackDiscreet Drink DisposalPet Gets the KeysMy God, What Have I Done?Villain with Good PublicityDick Dastardly Stops to CheatHow the Mighty Have Fallenand 195 more

TV Tropes lists 207 tropes for it, including Logical Weakness, Darker and Edgier, and Evil Knockoff.