Herbie, the Love Bug (1982): cast, story & where to watch
1982 · Series · ★ 5.6
Released in 1982, Herbie, the Love Bug is a comedy and family series.
What it’s about. Herbie the Matchmaker, also known as Herbie, The Love Bug, is a short-lived situation comedy that aired on CBS in the spring of 1982. The series is based on Walt Disney Productions' popular Herbie film series, about a Volkswagen Beetle with a mind of its own. It was cancelled after five episodes and, for the next fifteen years, would mark Herbie's last new appearance in either television or film; Herbie would next return to television in the 1997 film The Love Bug.
Who’s in it. Herbie, the Love Bug stars Dean Jones as Jim Douglas, Patricia Harty as Susan MacLane, Richard Paul as Bo Phillips and Larry Linville as Randy Bigelow, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Herbie, the Love Bug has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Herbie, the Love Bug page.
If you liked it. Fans of Herbie, the Love Bug tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Herbie, the Love Bug (1982)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Herbie, the Love Bug change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Herbie, the Love Bug worth watching?
- Herbie, the Love Bug holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Herbie, the Love Bug?
- Herbie, the Love Bug stars Dean Jones, Patricia Harty, Richard Paul, Larry Linville and Nicky Katt.
- When was Herbie, the Love Bug released?
- Herbie, the Love Bug was released in 1982.