The Love Bug (1997)
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This 1997 remake of the '60s successful, sequel-spawning The Love Bug (the highest grossing film in the U.S. in 1969) includes a cameo by Dean Jones, star of the original Love Bug. Herbie, a 1963 VW Bug with personality, is saved from destruction by former race-car driver Hank Cooper (Bruce… More This 1997 remake of the '60s successful, sequel-spawning The Love Bug (the highest grossing film in the U.S. in 1969) includes a cameo by Dean Jones, star of the original Love Bug. Herbie, a 1963 VW Bug with personality, is saved from destruction by former race-car driver Hank Cooper (Bruce Campbell), who sees the car has special talents. Conceited Scotsman Simon Moore III (John Hannah) creates an evil vehicle named Horace the Hate Bug and sends it after Hank and his girlfriend, auto journalist Alex (Alexandra Wentworth). Clarence Williams III is seen as an eccentric garage owner, and Monkee Mickey Dolenz appears as a racing promoter. The remake first aired November 30, 1997 as part of ABC's Wonderful World of Disney series. ~ Bhob Stewart, Rovi
- Directed By
- Peyton Reed
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Television, Kids & Family, Comedy
Unrated,
- In Theaters
- Nov 30, 1997 Wide
Critic Reviews
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Michael Dequina, TheMovieReport.com
In the end, strictly kids' play.
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Cast
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Bruce Campbell
as Hank Cooper
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John Hannah
as Simon Moore III
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Alexandra Wentworth
as Alex
- Kevin J. O'Connor
- Dana Gould
- Harold Gould
- Micky Dolenz
- Dean Jones
- Clarence Williams III
- Burton Gilliam
