The best films about cars in the history of cinema [Part 1]

Strict precautions due to the pandemic have radically changed our daily lives. We are either on forced leave or working remotely from home. 

In addition to car YouTube channels and online car museum tours, we offer you the best car movies ever made.

1966 Grand Prix - 7.2/10

2 hours 56 minutes. The film was shot by John Frankenheimer. Starring: James Gerner, Eva Marie Saint and Yves Montand.

Racing driver Pete Aron has been kicked out of the team following an accident in Monaco in which his teammate Scott Stoddart was injured. The patient is struggling to get better, while Aron begins to train for the Japanese team Yamura, and starts a romantic relationship with Stoddart's wife. The heroes of the picture, risking their lives, fight for victory in a number of important European Formula 1 competitions, including the Monaco and Monte Carlo Grand Prix.

Bullitt 1968 - 7,4/10

Few have heard of this movie, which includes one of the best car chases in movie history. Steve McQueen as a police officer drives the legendary Fastback Mustang through the streets of San Francisco. His goal is to catch the criminal who killed the protected witness. The film is based on the novel Silent Witness (1963). Duration: 1 hour 54 minutes. The film won an Oscar.

Love Bug 1968 - 6,5/10

The huge commercial success of the Volkswagen Beetle could not but pass by the cinema. The Love Bug tells the story of a driver who becomes champion with the help of a Volkswagen Beetle. Only this is not an ordinary car, as it contains human emotions.

The film, which lasted 1 hour 48 minutes, was shot by Robert Stevenson. Actors: Dean Jones, Michelle Lee and David Tomlinson starred in the film. 

"Italian Robbery" 1969 - 7,3 / 10

If the title doesn't remind you of anything, then the look of the classic Mini Cooper running through the streets of Turin is sure to bring back memories of a 60s British film. The case concerns a gang of robbers who were released from prison to steal gold from a money order in Italy.

A film directed by Peter Collinson. The duration of the film is 1 hour 39 minutes. as well as stars of Michael Kane, Noel Coward and Benny Hill. In 2003, an American remake of the Italian Job of the same name was released, featuring the modern MINI Cooper.

Duel 1971 - 7,6 / 10

The American horror film was originally intended to be shown on Ha TV, but its success exceeded the expectations of the producers. The essence of the plot: An American from California (played by actor Dennis Weaver), travels with the "Plymouth Valiant" to meet with a client. The horror begins when a rusty Peterbilt 281 truck appears in the car's mirrors, following the protagonist for most of the movie.

The film is 1 hour 30 minutes long and was Steven Spielberg's directorial debut, proving his prowess in the art of cinema. The inspired screenplay was written by Richard Matheson. 

Vanishing Point 1971 - 7,2/10

An American action movie for those who love pursuit. A former police officer, retired soldier and retired racer named Kowalski (played by Barry Newman) is trying to get the new 440 Dodge Challenger R / T 1970 Magnum from Denver to San Francisco as soon as possible. The film is directed by Richard S. Sarafyan, which lasts 1 hour and 39 minutes. 

Le Mans 1971 - 6,8 / 10

A film about the 24 1970 Hours of Le Mans. There are clippings from the chronicle in the picture, which makes it more interesting. In the film, the viewer will be led away by beautiful racing cars (Porsche 917, Ferrari 512, etc.). The main role was played by Steve McQueen. Duration: 1 hour 46 minutes, director Li H. Katsin.

Two-strip Blacktop 1971 - 7,2/10

Two friends - Dennis Wilson, an engineer, and James Taylor, who plays a driver - start impromptu US drag racing in a Chevrolet 55.

The 1 hour 42 minute film was directed by Monte Hellman. It didn't make much of an impression at the time, but became a cult classic with its superb portrayal of 70s American culture.

American Graffiti 1973 - 7,4/10

A summer evening full of American car rides, rock and roll, friendship and teenage love. The scene takes place on the streets of Modesto, California. Starring Richard Dreyfuss, Ron Howard, Paul Le Mat, Harrison Ford and Cindy Williams.

In addition to leisurely walks with open windows and city lights, spectators are shown a race between a yellow Ford Deuce Coupe (1932) driven by Paul Le Math and a black Chevrolet One-Fity Coupe (1955) driven by a young Harisson Ford.

Dirty Mary, Crazy Larry 1974 - 6,7/10

An action movie from 70s America that follows the gang's adventures in a Dodge Charger R/T 440 ci V8. Their goal is to rob a supermarket and use the money to buy a new racing car. Things don't go according to plan, and a police chase begins.

Film lasts: 1 hour 33 minutes. The film was shot by John Hough, where he played the roles: Peter Foundation, Adam Rohr, Susan George, Vick Morrow and Roddy McDowall. 

Taxi Driver 1976 - 8,3 / 10

It is considered one of the best films of all time. Martin Scorsese's Taxi Driver, starring Robert De Niro and Jodie Foster, tells the story of a veteran soldier who drives a taxi in New York City. But one situation that happened at night changed everything and the soldier again returned to the side of the law. Film duration: 1 hour 54 minutes.