The Bug: Life and Times of the People's Car
2016, English. Directed by Damon Ristau.
The Bug is about one of the most recognizable and beloved vehicles on the planet: The Volkswagen Beetle. From its dark past in pre-WWII Germany to the Summer of Love, this car captured the hearts and minds of millions of people around the world. This film explores not only the history of this automotive icon, but also the intense emotional connection it has with its owners past and present... including Ewan McGregor and his experience with his first VW Bug as a sixteen year old.
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- 1h 20m
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- English
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- 13 December 2016
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How long is The Bug: Life and Times of the People's Car?
The Bug: Life and Times of the People's Car runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).
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Which OTT platform is The Bug: Life and Times of the People's Car on?
The Bug: Life and Times of the People's Car is streaming on FlixFling and DocuramaFilms in India. (Checked 14 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Bug: Life and Times of the People's Car?
If you liked The Bug: Life and Times of the People's Car, try Gilbert, Come See Me in the Good Light, Showrunners: The Art of Running a TV Show.
Who directed The Bug: Life and Times of the People's Car?
The Bug: Life and Times of the People's Car (2016) was directed by Damon Ristau and stars Ewan McGregor.