Hotshot race car is sidetracked in forgotten town. New Box Art Year 2006 Theatrical Release 2006-06-09 Video Release 2006-11-07 Studio Pixar Genre Comedy MPAA Rating G Color Color Runtime 116 Animated Animated Full Synopsis From the acclaimed creators of TOY STORY, THE INCREDIBLES, and FINDING NEMO comes a high-octane adventure comedy that shows life is about the journey, not the finish line. Hotshot rookie race car Lightning McQueen Owen Wilson is living life in the fast lane until he hits a detour on his way to the most important race of his life. Stranded in Radiator Springs, a forgotten town on the old Route 66, he meets Sally, Mater, Doc Hudson Paul Newman , and a variety of quirky characters who help him discover that there's more to life than trophies and fame. Revved up with a sensational soundtrack, featuring Rascal Flatts, Sheryl Crow, John Mayer, James Taylor, and others, plus exciting bonus features, including the exclusive short movie Mater And The Ghostlight, CARS is full of freewheeling fun for everyone. Director John Lasseter Cast John Lasseter; Owen Wilson voice ; Bonnie Hunt voice ; Paul Newman voice ; John Ratzenberger voice ; Larry The Cable Guy voice ; Richard Petty voice ; Tony Shalhoub voice ; Cheech Marin voice ; Dale Earnhardt Jr. voice ; Jennifer Lewis voice