“Herbie, the Love Bug” is a television series that aired on CBS in 1982. The show was a continuation of the popular “Love Bug” film franchise that began with the 1968 film “The Love Bug.”
The premise of the show follows the adventures of Herbie, a sentient Volkswagen Beetle with a mind of its own, and its driver, a young mechanic named Bo. Together, they get involved in a series of wacky and exciting adventures that often involve racing and battling against bad guys who want to steal Herbie for their own nefarious purposes.
The show featured a mix of action, adventure, and comedy, with a focus on family-friendly entertainment. It starred Dean Jones, who had appeared in the original “Love Bug” films, as Bo’s uncle and mentor, and Herbie was brought to life through a combination of practical effects and puppetry.
Despite its beloved source material and talented cast, “Herbie, the Love Bug” was not a commercial or critical success and only lasted for five episodes before it was canceled. However, the show has developed a cult following over the years and continues to be a favorite of fans of the “Love Bug” franchise.
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Cast:
- Dean Jones: James “Jim” Douglas
- Patricia Harty: Susan MacLane
- Richard Paul: Bo Phillips
- Claudia Wells: Julie MacLane
- Douglas Emerson: Robbie MacLane
- Nicky Katt: Matthew MacLane
- Bryan Utman: Jason
- Larry Linville: Randy Bigelow
- Natalie Core: Mrs. Bigelow
Crew:
- Director: Charles S. Dubin, Vincent McEveety and Bill Bixby
- Executive Producer: William Robert Yates
- Producer: Kevin Corcoran
