An action movie without cars is like French fries without ketchup. It works, but it doesn’t necessarily add to the excitement. Back in the silent film era, when the automobile was barely part of everyday life, the first models appeared on the big screen. Ever since, the car has been on an almost unstoppable triumphant march.
Throughout the history of cinema, there have always been films in which particular cars have played leading roles, nearly outshining the human stars. But films can also serve as platforms for cars, enabling them to achieve a breakthrough. Or at least create a myth around them. This boosts the market value of classic models. Meanwhile, original movie cars – if they still exist – are auctioned off for sums in the millions. Below are 18 movie and TV stars with four wheels.
- Original title: Supernatural
- Showrunner: Eric Kripke
- Model: Chevrolet Impala (1967 model year)
- Nickname: Baby
- IMDb rating: 8.4/10
Fans of the longest-running mystery series in the world know about the fate of the two Winchester brothers, Sam (Jared Padalecki) and Dean (Jensen Ackles). But anyone unfamiliar with their adventures will inevitably fall in love with “Baby.” This iconic Impala has become at least as much a member of the family as angel Castiel (Misha Collins), driving the demon hunters across America.
It doesn’t matter how many dents the car suffers, and Dean gets his sweetie back in shape by the next episode at the latest. And most important: Music comes only from the cassette recorder, a CD player has no place in this car!
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