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5.4 / 10(264 votes)IMDbG19801h 33m$18M Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

Herbie Goes Bananas

“Yes, We Have A Bananza!”

Synopsis

The adorable little VW helps its owners break up a counterfeiting ring in Mexico.

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Herbie Goes Bananas (1980) Disney Home Video Australia Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2013-09-17

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

June 25, 1980

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

September 27, 2004

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

Undisclosed

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$18M

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Vincent McEveety
Screenplay & Story
Don Tait
Original Score
Frank De Vol
Original Title
Herbie Goes Bananas
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
Spanish, English
Runtime
1h 33m
Worldwide Gross
$18M
Production Studios
Walt Disney Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Vincent McEveety

Screenplay & Story

Don Tait, Gordon Buford

Original Score & Music

Frank De Vol

Director of Photography

Frank V. Phillips

Film Editing

Gordon D. Brenner

Producers

Ron Miller

Literary Origin & Source Material
Characters:Gordon Buford

Department Leadership Roster

Don Tait

Screenplay

Frank V. Phillips

Director of Photography

Vincent McEveety

Vincent McEveety

Director

Gordon D. Brenner

Editor

Ron Miller

Ron Miller

Producer

Buddy Joe Hooker

Buddy Joe Hooker

Stunt Coordinator

Frank De Vol

Frank De Vol

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: G

G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)6

FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.

France (CNC)U

Tous publics — Universal audience.

United Kingdom (BBFC)U

Universal — Suitable for all audiences.

United States (MPAA)G

General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Herbie Goes Bananas

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Herbie Goes Bananas about?

The adorable little VW helps its owners break up a counterfeiting ring in Mexico.

Who directed Herbie Goes Bananas?

Herbie Goes Bananas was directed by Vincent McEveety.

Who stars in Herbie Goes Bananas?

The principal cast of Herbie Goes Bananas includes Cloris Leachman, Charles Martin Smith, John Vernon, Stephen W. Burns, Elyssa Davalos.

When was Herbie Goes Bananas released and how long is it?

Herbie Goes Bananas was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.

How much did Herbie Goes Bananas make at the box office?

Herbie Goes Bananas grossed $18M in worldwide ticket sales.

Who composed the musical score for Herbie Goes Bananas?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Herbie Goes Bananas was composed by Frank De Vol.

Is Herbie Goes Bananas based on a book or true story?

Herbie Goes Bananas is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Gordon Buford".

What is the age rating and content advisory for Herbie Goes Bananas?

Herbie Goes Bananas holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).