Do you love cinema and the car world? Then here are 5 car movies you can't miss

If you are a motoring fan, you surely had a bedroom full of models, posters and countless items related to those cars that your mind and imagination placed in that idyllic garage of your future home. However, we are also sure that this intense collection did not lack an essential complement for every four-wheel lover: car movies. That is why today we bring you an analysis of five films that we believe you must not miss, especially if you are a hardcore petrolhead who wants to spend a Sunday afternoon in the best possible way.

It is true that the world of films offers a wide range of options, but we, as motoring lovers, have selected five examples that we believe are essential for the living room of your home. To do so, we have set a very simple criterion: selecting films where the car plays a special role. So, without further ado, let’s go with the list of five car movies you must not miss.

Gone in 60 Seconds or 60 segundos in Spain

In action films there is usually a bad guy and a good guy, and in Gone in 60 Seconds that is exactly what happens. The plot introduces Randall “Memphis” Raines, a former car thief played by Nicolas Cage who has left that criminal life behind. However, Randall is forced back into that world after his younger brother, Kip Raines, is threatened with death.

To save his life, Randall must go back to doing what he does best: stealing cars. The list of targets features true automotive marvels, but the icing on the cake is Eleanor, a ’67 Mustang Fastback Shelby GT500. With this premise, Randall and his group of friends take action to fulfil their mission and try to save Kip’s life.

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60 Seconds presents itself as one of those films that blends tension, humour and action, making the viewer quickly empathise with the characters. At the same time, the strong presence of the car world and the jewels we see on screen are more than enough reasons to make some popcorn and enjoy this film that will go down in history.

Bullitt

Classics of cinema have also featured cars as protagonists and, without a doubt, we must highlight Bullitt. This iconic film follows the adventures of Frank Bullitt, a San Francisco police lieutenant played by Steve McQueen who will stop at nothing to do justice and put an end to the American mafia.

However, Lieutenant Bullitt does not venture into this adventure alone, as he has his faithful chase companion, a 1968 Mustang GT-390. In this way, the iconic American muscle car painted in Highland Green has become not only an icon of the automotive world, but also a true reference in film history.

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Although Bullitt is not a film entirely centred on the car world, we believe the presence of the Mustang and its relevance throughout the story are more than enough reason for every motoring lover to spend some time watching the iconic film that made a before and after.

Rush

The sporting world and the car world have always been closely linked, giving rise not only to competitions suited to petrolheads, but also to charismatic films worth admiring. This is the case with Rush, a relatively recent film that has generated a lot of buzz and tells the story of two of the greatest stars of Formula 1: Niki Lauda and James Hunt.

Rush is presented as a biographical film centred on the lives of both drivers and the great rivalry that developed between them. The great attention to detail, the quality of the filming and the strong performances by the cast have earned Ron Howard’s film our respect and admiration. At the same time, Rush is capable of exciting even those who do not show great enthusiasm for motorsport.

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With this in mind, we consider Rush an essential film that every motoring lover should watch at least once. Thanks to the combination of tension, humour and realism, we can perceive every single detail that surrounded the story of these two great racers who revolutionised the world of Formula 1.

Taxi Express

We have all surely fantasised about a spectacular high-performance sports car or a modified vehicle pulling up outside our house to pick us up, which is what happens in the film Taxi Express. This French-origin film, better known as simply Taxi, tells the story of Daniel, a young pizza delivery driver who finally gets his taxi licence and starts working as a cab driver.

However, Daniel and his Peugeot 406 have a small secret, as his car is modified for special occasions. After seeing the young Frenchman unleash his inner professional driver when customers need to get to their destinations urgently, a police commissioner who has no driving licence and little success in his professional career crosses Daniel’s path.

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In this way, Emilien and Daniel join forces to fight crime aboard the Peugeot 406, a vehicle equipped with a series of upgrades that keep the action going throughout the film. Taxi is one of those sequels that made a before and after and, despite having a somewhat more limited quality than other films, fun and entertainment are guaranteed.

Cars

Animated films are not always aimed at the youngest viewers, as they also have the ability to entertain adults. This is the case with the film Cars, which became a sequel in which cars have life and Lightning McQueen and his friends live different adventures.

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It was in 2006 that Disney released this film, which eventually gave rise to a trilogy, bringing both children and adults closer to the car world. Furthermore, the films are capable of conveying great messages, which are combined with car races and different iconic models represented in the format of this beloved film.