The Love Bug
1997, English. Directed by Peyton Reed.
Herbie's Back In A Brand-New Movie!
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Snoozefest
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5.7/10 from 161 TMDB viewer ratings.
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The Love Bug isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 29 November 1997.
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Cast & crew
- Peyton ReedDirector
- Bruce CampbellHank Cooper
- John HannahSimon Moore III
- Ali WentworthAlex Davis
- Kevin J. O'ConnorRoddy Martel
- Dana GouldRupert
- Harold GouldDr. Gustav Stumpfel
- Micky DolenzDonny Shotz
- Burton GilliamMecanic Race Announcer
- Clarence Williams IIIChuck
- Dean JonesJim Douglas
- Andy HoutsMechanic #1
- Mike WillsMechanic #2
Details
- Released
- 29 November 1997
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Gordon Buford
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The Love Bug: quick answers
What should I watch before The Love Bug?
Watch The Love Bug (1968), Herbie Rides Again (1974), Herbie Goes to Monte Carlo (1977), and Herbie Goes Bananas (1980) first.
What comes after The Love Bug?
Next in the series: Herbie Fully Loaded (2005).
Is The Love Bug worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.7/10 from 161 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Love Bug?
The Love Bug runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does The Love Bug have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Love Bug. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Love Bug parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Love Bug is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Love Bug on?
The Love Bug isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 29 November 1997. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Love Bug?
If you liked The Love Bug, try Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Shorts, Smurfs: The Lost Village.
Who directed The Love Bug?
The Love Bug (1997) was directed by Peyton Reed and stars Bruce Campbell, John Hannah, Ali Wentworth.