Cars 2

Last Updated on: September 2nd, 2024

Posted By: Craig Smith

Cars 2 (2011 Movie)

“Cars 2” is an animated comedy-adventure film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and released by Walt Disney Pictures in 2011. Directed by John Lasseter and Brad Lewis, it is the sequel to the 2006 film “Cars” and the 12th film in the Pixar franchise.

In “Cars 2,” the story revolves around Lightning McQueen, the famous race car voiced by Owen Wilson, and his best friend Mater, a tow truck voiced by Larry the Cable Guy. The plot takes a thrilling turn when Mater becomes involved in an international espionage mission after being mistaken for an American spy by British intelligence.

As they embark on a globe-trotting adventure, Lightning and Mater find themselves in a world of high-speed chases, action, and intrigue. The film features exotic locations, breathtaking action sequences, and a new array of car characters, including Finn McMissile, a suave British spy car voiced by Michael Caine, and Holley Shiftwell, a rookie spy car voiced by Emily Mortimer.

“Cars 2” differs from its predecessor by shifting the focus from the racing world to a spy-themed storyline. While it received mixed reviews from critics, the film was well-received by audiences and remains popular among young audiences for its fast-paced action and humorous characters.

The animation in “Cars 2” is visually stunning, with Pixar’s signature attention to detail and vibrant color palettes. The movie continues to showcase the beloved friendship between Lightning and Mater, adding new layers to their bond and offering a fresh and exciting take on the “Cars” universe.


Fun Facts

  • It is the sequel to the 2006 film “Cars” and continues the adventures of Lightning McQueen and his friends in the world of anthropomorphic vehicles.
  • “Cars 2” takes a different direction from its predecessor, shifting the focus to the character of Mater, voiced by Larry the Cable Guy, who becomes involved in international espionage.
  • The film features an ensemble voice cast, including Owen Wilson reprising his role as Lightning McQueen and introducing Michael Caine as Finn McMissile, a British spy car.
  • “Cars 2” marked the directorial debut of John Lasseter’s longtime collaborator, Brad Lewis.
  • The movie incorporates elements of spy films and globetrotting adventures, with locations ranging from Tokyo to Paris to London.
  • Despite receiving mixed reviews from critics, “Cars 2” was a commercial success, grossing over $560 million worldwide.
  • The film introduced several new characters, including Holley Shiftwell, voiced by Emily Mortimer, and the villainous Professor Zündapp, voiced by Thomas Kretschmann.
  • “Cars 2” was the first Pixar film to receive a PG-13 rating in Russia due to some of the intense action sequences.
  • The film features numerous visual gags and references to spy movies and international landmarks, adding a layer of fun and humor for audiences of all ages.
  • “Cars 2” expanded the “Cars” franchise and led to the creation of spin-off films, including “Planes” (2013) and “Planes: Fire & Rescue” (2014), which take place in the same universe.
Cars 2


Additional Details

  • Movie Studio:
  • Year Released:
  • Type of Movie: Animated
  • Box Office: $559.9 million
  • Awards: Nominated Golden Globe
  • IMDB Link

Cast

Crew

  • Director: John Lasseter
  • Producer: Denise Ream
  • Music: Michael Giacchino

Movie Trailer:


Disney Character(s) in this Post:

Acer (Cars) pixar character
Acer (Cars)
Brent Mustangburger cars 2
Brent Mustangburger (Cars)
Crabby the Boat cars 2
Crabby the Boat (Cars)
Darrell Cartrip cars
Darrell Cartrip (Cars)
David Hobbscap cars 2
David Hobbscap (Cars)
Fillmore cars
Fillmore (Cars)
Finn McMissile cars 2
Finn McMissile (Cars)
Flo cars pixar
Flo (Cars)
Francesco Bernoulli cars 2
Francesco Bernoulli (Cars)
grem cars 2
Grem (Cars)
guido cars
Guido (Cars)
Holley Shiftwell cars 2
Holley Shiftwell (Cars)
Jeff Gorvette cars 2
Jeff Gorvette (Cars)
John Lassetire cars 2
John Lassetire (Cars)
Lewis Hamilton cars 2
Lewis Hamilton (Cars)
Lightning McQueen cars
Lightning McQueen (Cars)
Luigi cars
Luigi (Cars)
mack cars
Mack (Cars)
Mama Topolino cars 2
Mama Topolino (Cars)
Mater cars
Mater (Cars)
Miles Axlerod cars 2
Miles Axlerod (Cars)
minny cars
Minny (Cars)
otis cars 2
Otis (Cars)
Professor Zündapp cars 2
Professor Zündapp (Cars)
Ramone cars
Ramone (Cars)
Rod Torque Redline cars 2
Rod "Torque" Redline (Cars)
Sally Carrera cars
Sally Carrera (Cars)
Sarge (Cars)
Sarge (Cars)
sheriff cars
Sheriff (Cars)
Siddeley cars 2
Siddeley (Cars)
The Queen of England cars 2
The Queen of England (Cars)
Tomber cars 2
Tomber (Cars)
Tony Trihull cars 2
Tony Trihull (Cars)
Uncle Topolino cars 2
Uncle Topolino (Cars)
van cars pixar
Van (Cars)

Related News:


Related Show(s):

Related Song(s):

    Nobody's Fool disney song music

    Posted By: Craig Smith

    Nobody’s Fool (Song)

    “Nobody’s Fool” is a song performed by Brad Paisley for the soundtrack of the Disney Pixar film “Cars 2,” which was released in 2011. This…

    You Might Think disney song music

    Posted By: Craig Smith

    You Might Think (Song)

    “You Might Think” by The Cars is also featured in the 2011 Disney-Pixar animated movie “Cars 2.” In the film, the song is used in…

Related Park Attractions(s):

    Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy | Disney World Attractions

    Posted By: Craig Smith

    Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy | Disney World

    Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Lightning McQueen’s Racing Academy show at Walt Disney World’s Disney’s Hollywood Studios including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

    Radiator Springs Racers | Disneyland

    Posted By: Craig Smith

    Radiator Springs Racers | Disneyland

    Here is everything you need to know about the amazing Radiator Springs Racers attraction at Disneyland including history, reviews, fun facts, photos and more. I hope you find this listing informative and helpful!

Related Apps and Games(s):

Related Products:

Subscribe To My Weekly Newsletter

About the Author

craig smith dinus disney news
Craig Smith
I am founder and editor of DisneyNews.us. My passion for all things Disney goes pretty far back to my first trip to Walt Disney World in the mid-80's. I have since returned to the magical place more than 20 times. I started this site when I came to the realization that I spent a significant portion of my day reading articles about Disney and watching Disney content with my 8-year old, so it made sense that I would start sharing some of what I read and see and building a little community around it. Other interests include 80's nostalgia, vintage toys, video games, LEGO, Star Wars and tech gadgets. Other site isDMR.