The Best and Worst Car Scenes of 2025 Cinema

As awards season heats up, a look back at the most memorable – and not-so-memorable – uses of cars in film during 2025 and the latter half of 2024. From thrilling chases to poignant moments, automobiles played a significant role in storytelling this year.

The Ten Best Car Scenes In 2025 Cinema

1. 10. Pillion

   This film explores a fascinating homosexual motorcycle BDSM romance, utilizing bikes as a symbol of self-discovery.

2. 9. Marty Supreme

   The film captures the unbridled joy of victory, with a cab serving as the vessel for celebration. It’s a elegant, ridiculous, and heart-pounding scene.

3. 8. Eenie Meanie

   A love letter to lower middle class Midwest car culture, featuring a thrilling car theft sequence. The film was notably shot in Cleveland, Ohio.

4. 7. Friendship

   A wild ride that showcases the importance of suburban relationships, highlighted by a bright yellow C6 Corvette.

5. 6. Train Dreams

   A beautiful and devastating film that explores themes of progress, society, and the human condition, centered around the imagery of trains.

6. 5. The Secret Agent

   The car casting for 1977 Brazil is impressively detailed, beautifully building the film’s world.

7. 4. F1: The Movie

   The opening sequence at the 24 Hours of Daytona stands out for its heart-pounding action and impressive camera work.

8. 3. The Naked Gun

   A refreshing old-school comedy with numerous great car and motorcycle scenes, including a relatable portrayal of eating chili dogs while driving.

9. 2. Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning

   Tom Cruise’s stunts, particularly those involving planes, are incredibly impressive, though the film’s story was somewhat disappointing.

10. 1. One Battle After Another

    Considered the greatest movie of 2025, the “River of Hills” chase sequence is a thrilling throwback to classic action films like Bullitt, featuring a Dodge Charger and a Ford Mustang.

The Ten Most Disappointing Car Scenes In 2025 Cinema

1. 10. Thunderbolts*

   Despite being a return to form for Marvel Studios, the car chase involving a vintage Lincoln Town Car and a Harley-Davidson felt underwhelming.

2. 9. Weapons

   While cars play a role in the film, they lack excitement and don’t contribute significantly to the narrative.

3. 8. Die My Love

   The utilize of a motorcycle is ambiguous and lacks clear meaning within the film’s context.

4. 7. The Running Man

   For a movie about being on the run, there weren’t enough compelling car sequences.

5. 6. Frankenstein

   The film’s setting on a boat prevents any significant car-related scenes.

6. 5. Good Fortune

   The portrayal of a Porsche 911 Turbo felt either too on-the-nose or unrealistic for a socially inept billionaire character.

7. 4. Caught Stealing

   Despite referencing cars frequently, the film’s car chases lacked stakes and excitement.

8. 3. Flight Risk

   The potential for a good plane movie was lost due to poor execution and questionable creative choices.

9. 2. Hamnet

   The use of a horse felt leisurely and inadequate, hindering the narrative’s pacing.

10. 1. The Long Walk

    While a great movie, the characters’ reliance on walking instead of driving felt illogical.