Volvo Cars In Films And TV Shows

The Volvo cars that have been featured in movies over the years include the Volvo S60, Volvo XC60, Volvo XC90, and many more. These vehicles are already stars for their safety, technology, and reliability, so Hollywood prominence only adds to their fame. Grab some popcorn and join us as we look back on some of the Volvo vehicles that have been used in movies and TV shows.

Even though we're big film buffs at O'Steen Volvo Cars of Jacksonville, we don't see everything, so let us know if you catch any other Volvo model screen appearances – and be sure to inquire about our Volvo lease deals if a certain vehicle catches your eye!

Volvo Cars That Have Been Featured in Movies Over the Years: Notable Examples

There are simply too many Volvo cars that have been featured in movies over the years to list here, and TV shows too. Here's a look at just some of the appearances made by Volvo vehicles:

• Spider-Man Homecoming – Volvo 240 (driven by Marisa Tomei as Aunt May)
• The 40-Year-Old Virgin – Volvo 240 (driven by Steve Carrell as Andy Stitzer)
• Tim Burton's Beetlejuice – Volvo 240 (driven by the Maitlands family)
• Scrubs – Volvo 240 (driven by Zach Braff as Dr. John Michael "J.D." Dorian)
• Breaking Bad – Volvo V70 (driven by Giancarlo Esposito as Gustavo Fring)
• Garfield (2004) – Volvo S60 (driven by Breckin Meyer as Jon Arbuckle)
• The Twilight Saga: New Moon – Volvo XC60 (driven by Robert Pattinson as Edward Cullen
• Curb Your Enthusiasm – Volvo XC90 (driven by Jeff Garlin as Jeff Greene)
• The Sopranos – Volvo 240 (cameo)
• Ambulance – Volvo S60 and Volvo XC40 (cameo)
• John Wick – Volvo S60 (cameo)
• La La Land – Volvo S60 (cameo)
• The Italian Job – Volvo S60 (cameo)

The old-school Volvo 240 is one of the main Volvo cars that have been featured in movies over the years, and you can find over 2,000 appearances on screen.¹ While a Volvo 240 is rare to find for sale at our Volvo dealership in Jacksonville, FL, the Volvo S60 is a modern descendant that we offer and another one of the main Volvo cars that have been featured in movies over the years. You can also find the Volvo XC60 and Volvo XC90 on screen or among our Volvo lease deals.

Find Your Next Movie-Star Volvo Car Today

From the Volvo XC60 starring in countless Swedish films to the Volvo S60 appearing in movies worldwide, your next Volvo vehicle will likely have had at least one acting credit. Keep your eyes peeled next time you have a movie night with the family – you may just catch one of the many Volvo cars that have been featured in movies over the years.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most popular Volvo vehicle of all time?

The Volvo XC60 is currently the best-selling new Volvo vehicle, but the most popular Volvo model of all time is the iconic Volvo 240. This legendary sedan and station wagon solidified the reputation of Volvo cars as safe, high-quality, and reliable vehicles. The Volvo 240 is just as popular on screen, having made well over 2,000 appearances in movies and TV shows.¹

What celebrities drive a Volvo?

Many celebrities drive or have driven Volvo vehicles. Among the many stars who've driven Volvo vehicles, you'll find Buzz Aldrin, Avril Lavigne, Jeremy Clarkson, Paul Newman, and Ikea founder Ingvar Kamprad. There are also many Volvo cars that have been featured in movies over the years, including a Volvo XC60 that took a starring role in The Twilight Saga: New Moon.

¹For details, please see: https://www.imcdb.org/vehicles.php?make=Volvo&model=240&modelMatch=1&modelInclModel=on