Movies and shows we should watch

🎬 RVs on Screen: When Movies & TV Nail the RV Life

One of my favorite things about being in the RV world is seeing how movies and TV shows try to capture it. Sometimes they get it hilariously wrong… and other times they absolutely nail the feeling of life on the road.

Here are a few that stick with me—and why they matter if you’ve ever chased the RV dream yourself:

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🚐 The Long, Long Trailer

A classic! Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz pull off a comedy that’s still relatable today. The backing up, the tight turns, the “we can totally fit this thing there”… it’s all part of RV life. It’s goofy, but every seasoned RVer sees themselves in at least one scene.

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😂 RV (with Robin Williams)

Sure, it’s over the top at times, but there’s a surprisingly wholesome message buried in all the chaos: family, togetherness, and laughing through the mishaps. Anyone who’s had any kind of challenge dumping their tanks will get a kick out of it.

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🤣 We’re the Millers

Not exactly a how‑to guide, but definitely funny. The RV is a prop for a wild story, and even though it’s not realistic, there’s something about the way the characters slowly bond on the road that rings true.

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✨ Nomadland

Now here’s the one that really hits home. It’s not the shiny Instagram version of van life—it’s raw, it’s real, and it’s moving. It shows the challenges, the community, and the quiet moments that make living on wheels feel authentic and human.

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📺 Stick (Series with Owen Wilson)

This one has my attention lately. The campgrounds, the people, the little details—they capture the heart of RV life in a way that makes you want to pack up and go. Watching it feels like sitting by a campfire listening to someone tell stories from the road.

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🍻 And Here’s the Thing…

It doesn’t matter if you’re in a million‑dollar bus or a $10,000 trailer—the magic is the same.
It’s the cold beer under the awning.
It’s sharing stories around the campfire at night.
It’s BBQ smoke drifting through the campground, kids riding bikes, neighbors stopping by to say hello.

That’s loving The RV Monkey dream. 🐒💛

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👉 What’s your favorite RV movie or show? Have you ever had a “that’s exactly what it’s like!” moment while watching one? Share it in the comments—I’d love to hear your take.