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The Car
S32 • E16 Apr 11, 2026 2h 30m
7.5
The Car arrived in 1977, during a wave of films that tapped into fears that everyday objects could turn deadly. Directed by Elliot Silverstein, the film centers on a mysterious, driverless black car that terrorizes a quiet desert town, seemingly choosing its victims at random. James Brolin stars as the local sheriff trying to make sense of the increasingly violent attacks.
While it was often compared to Jaws for its structure, replacing the shark with a supernatural vehicle, the film has built a cult following over time. Its minimal explanation for the car’s origins also adds to its eerie tone, leaving viewers with more questions than answers.
While it was often compared to Jaws for its structure, replacing the shark with a supernatural vehicle, the film has built a cult following over time. Its minimal explanation for the car’s origins also adds to its eerie tone, leaving viewers with more questions than answers.
