- Film Review
- Reviewed By David Parkinson
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4 out of 5
In this Disney comedy, plain good fun is at the wheel, with its foot down to the floor and Herbie, the Volkswagen with as much bottle as throttle, is a brilliant invention. Dean Jones, as his racing driver owner, and David Tomlinson, as Jones's ruthless rival, work wonders to stop the little Beetle running away with the film. Having shown a flair for fantasy with the evergreen Mary Poppins, director Robert Stevenson here demonstrates a sure slapstick touch.
Plot Summary
Disney comedy starring Dean Jones and David Tomlinson. A struggling racing driver's fortunes take a turn for the better when he encounters Herbie, a little Volkswagen with magical gifts.
Cast and crew
Cast
- Jim Douglas
- Dean Jones
- Carole Bennett
- Michele Lee
- Peter Thorndyke
- David Tomlinson
- Tennessee Steinmetz
- Buddy Hackett
- Havershaw
- Joe Flynn
- Mr Wu
- Benson Fong
- Detective
- Joe E Ross
- Police sergeant
- Barry Kelley
- Carhop
- Iris Adrian
Crew
- Director
- Robert Stevenson
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