The Love Bug (1997): cast, story & where to watch
1997 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1997, The Love Bug is a comedy, fantasy, adventure and family film directed by Peyton Reed, running about 88 minutes. “Herbie's Back In A Brand-New Movie!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. The Love Bug stars Bruce Campbell as Hank Cooper, John Hannah as Simon Moore III, Alexandra Wentworth as Alex Davis and Kevin J. O'Connor as Roddy Martel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, The Love Bug has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Love Bug page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Love Bug tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Love Bug (1997)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Love Bug change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Love Bug worth watching?
- The Love Bug holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy, adventure and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Love Bug?
- The Love Bug stars Bruce Campbell, John Hannah, Alexandra Wentworth, Kevin J. O'Connor and Dana Gould.
- When was The Love Bug released?
- The Love Bug was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.