Dodge has always been known for its stylish, high-performance and fast models. This feature made it popular with filmmakers, who enjoyed using the vehicles of the American brand. Regularly appearing on screen, Dodge gained an additional army of fans and turned into one of the symbols of the American automobile industry. In our article, we will tell you about the best films in which different models of famous brands played one of the leading roles.
“John Wick”
The sensational action thriller starring Keanu Reeves was remembered by many viewers and received many positive reviews. The film’s hero, John Wick, used not only the Mustang Boss 429 that many liked but also a 2011 Dodge Charger STX. The latter is the central figure of one of the scenes and helps John cope with enemies. The car used in the film is a 7th-generation model. This Charger STX has a 5.7-liter V8 with 370 hp of power and 395 lb-ft of torque. This is enough to reach 60 mph in 5.3 seconds and drive at 164 mph. Today, this model can be purchased exclusively at an online auction, where wrecked Hellcat for sale and other famous Dodge models are.
“The Fast and The Furious”
The Fast and The Furious film series is replete with many great cars. Most often, the choice of the main character, Dominic Toretto, falls on various models of the Dodge Charger. Among them, the most memorable was the R/T version of 1970. This car was produced with a Hemi V8 engine, providing it with fast acceleration and the ability to drive at 145 miles per hour. Thanks to this, the main character could squeeze the maximum out of his four-wheeled friend at any time and achieve specific goals. In the film, the Charger R/T was slightly modified but still retained a well-recognizable appearance and was remembered by all viewers who at least once watched The Fast and The Furious.
“Blade”
The excellent film of the late 90s, “Blade,” was shot by Stephen Norrington. It turned out to be quite successful and was remembered by the audience for the good acting of Wesley Snipes and the presence of one of the Dodge models. The Charger 440 Six-Pack version of 1968 underwent several changes before it became part of this film. The film’s authors made it even more aggressive and adapted it for hunting vampires. In reality, this model is a fast, powerful and well-controlled car. It has a 6-cylinder engine under the hood, producing 390 hp and accelerating the car to 132 mph. Thanks to high torque and good aerodynamics, the Charger 440 Six-Pack can reach 60 mph in just 6.1 seconds.
“Fast X”
The star cast, led by Vin Diesel, automatically makes “Fast X” a memorable creation. As in the previous parts of the famous film franchise “Fast & Furious”, cars are given a special place here. One of the main ones in “Fast X” is the Dodge Charger SRT Hellcat Widebody. It demonstrates the power and outstanding speed to the audience, thereby leaving no doubt about its uniqueness. The actual version of this car is as good as the movie one. It is equipped with a 6.2-liter supercharged V8, which produces 717 hp and provides torque of 650 lb-ft. Thanks to such characteristics, this version of the Charger reaches 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds, and it produces 203 mph at maximum capabilities. Given this, it is unsurprising that this model was chosen as the leading car of “Fast X”.
“Bullitt”
The famous Peter Yates film “Bullitt” was released in 1968 and became one of the best thrillers of its time. It was remembered by viewers for its original soundtracks, good acting and, of course, the chase through the streets of San Francisco. The latter became the film’s principal highlight and set specific standards that all directors who filmed similar scenes in the future followed. In this legendary chase, Stephen McQueen, playing the role of Lieutenant Bullitt, pursued criminals in his Ford Mustang GT390, who were trying to escape with the help of a Charger R/T. After this scene, the black-painted Dodge became a tangible symbol of movie villains and often appeared in other famous films. In “Bullitt”, a 1968 Charger R/T was used. It was fast, stylish and loud, which made the chase even more spectacular. This model was also distinguished by its ability to accelerate to 132 mph while remaining well-controlled.
“Dirty Mary, Crazy Larry”
Released in 1974, the film “Dirty Mary, Crazy Larry” tells the story of a racer named Larry, who dreams of getting into the NASCAR championship. To do this, he, his mechanic and girlfriend Mary rob a supermarket to earn enough money to get into big-time motorsport. To hide from the police, they trade their Chevrolet Impala for a Dodge Charger R/T 440 (1969), thanks to which they leave the law enforcement officers far behind them. In reality, the model used in the film has a 6-cylinder V8 with 390 hp and 490 lb-ft of torque. Paired with it, a three-speed AT works, which makes the driver’s life as easy as possible. This car can accelerate to 131 mph, which, combined with its good aerodynamics and relatively low center of gravity, makes it stable and easy to control.
“Cannonball”
This movie from the mid-70s was rated by many viewers with somewhat modest ratings. It did not become the best in terms of the plot’s fascination and the quality of the actors’ performance, but it was remembered for the presence of many cool cars. At that time, the tangible symbol of power and speed was the 1968 Dodge Charger. These qualities made it the primary vehicle of Cade Redman, who tried to resist Coy “Cannonball” Buckman by all legal and illegal means. The Charger used in the movie belongs to the 2nd generation of the model. It was released in 1968 and had an even more aggressive look than the 1st generation version. The Charger was equipped with a powerful 6-cylinder V8, which had, at that time, outstanding power and torque figures. Its capabilities were enough to leave most competitors behind at the start and reach 60 mph in just 6.1 seconds. The maximum speed at which the 2nd generation Charger could move was 132 mph.
“Big Fish”
In 2003, director Timothy Burton made an excellent film based on the novel by Daniel Wallace. The primary role was played by Ewan McGregor, who attracted viewers’ attention. In addition to the fascinating plot, “Big Fish” is remembered for the presence of a 1967 Dodge Charger. Although this car did not become the central figure, it perfectly complemented the image of the main character. The model present in the film was one of the best in its decade in reality. This version of the Charger was equipped with a powerful V8 engine, which produced 230 hp and 340 lb-ft of torque. It accelerated to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds and could reach a maximum of 120 mph. This car does not demonstrate its speed characteristics in the film, but it still plays an important role. For this, it deserves special attention and respect.
Dodge, which appeared at the beginning of the 20th century, has become one of the most popular movie brands. Its models have appeared on screens at different periods of history and played an essential role in dozens of famous films. Today, watching them allows everyone to appreciate the American brand’s enormous contribution to world cinema’s development and enjoy the opportunity to see the best Dodge cars.
