Herbie Fully Loaded
Herbie Fully Loaded

Herbie Fully Loaded

2005Movie101 minEnglish

Maggie Peyton, the new owner of Number 53 - the free-wheelin' Volkswagen bug with a mind of its own - puts the car through its paces on the road to becoming a NASCAR competitor.

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IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes41%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users65%
Director: Angela RobinsonGenres: Comedy, Family, Sport

Plot Summary

Maggie Peyton, the daughter of a NASCAR champion, gets her hands on a New Beetle that turns out to be Herbie, the legendary sentient Volkswagen. After a series of daring races and a surprising upset, Herbie helps Maggie realize her dream of becoming a professional NASCAR driver, facing off against the arrogant reigning champion Trip Murphy.

Critical Reception

Herbie: Fully Loaded received generally mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding it formulaic and geared towards younger audiences. However, it was a modest box office success, appealing to families and fans of the original Herbie films.

What Reviewers Say

  • A lighthearted, if somewhat predictable, family comedy that relies heavily on nostalgia and the charm of its lead.
  • The film's humor and action are aimed squarely at a younger demographic, offering little depth for adult viewers.
  • While not critically acclaimed, it serves as an entertaining vehicle for Lindsay Lohan and a resurrected Disney icon.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a fun and entertaining watch, especially for families and younger viewers. Many appreciated Lindsay Lohan's performance and the nostalgic elements, although some felt the plot was a bit predictable.

Fun Fact

The film features a cameo by NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt Jr., who himself is a fan of the Herbie franchise.

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Dasha K

Dasha K

I don't care what anyone else says! This movie is such a nostalgic joy to watch for me. Ms Lohan is adorable and yes, the story is silly, but I still have fun watching. I used to have it on DVD when I was little! And I love cute Herbie too ...
CinemaSerf

CinemaSerf

"Fully Loaded" with what though? "Herbie" must have had a tax bill to pay, else what is our mischievous little VW doing in this? He's now the property of "Maggie" (Lindsay Lohan) who has family pedigree in motor car racing. Her dad "Ray" (M...
Kamurai

Kamurai

Really good watch, would watch again, and can recommend. It's fun to see a callback to a movie like Herbie, and this certainly leans into it. This is also basically the last movie where Lindsay Lohan is still looks good on screen, or at...