Pixar’s Cars is racing back to cinemas for its 20th anniversary this year 🚗 🏁
Ka-chow!
Pixar is putting one of its most recognisable road trips back to the big screen. Nearly two decades after Cars first introduced audiences to Radiator Springs, the studio has announced a September cinema re-release to mark the film’s 20th anniversary.
That means fans old and new will get another chance to see Lightning McQueen, Mater, Sally and the rest of the crew in cinemas again, and we cannot wait! 🚗
When is Cars re-releasing in cinemas?
Pixar says Cars is racing back into cinemas in September, but the announcement post does not give an exact day yet. The re-release is tied to the film’s 20th anniversary, which is why the timing is landing this year.
A fleet of fans and even racing officials raced to the comments section to express their excitement, with one user writing: 'Many of us are on our journey in motorsports because of this film, happy birthday 🎂 🏁', while another said: 'A life changing film for many ❤️❤️ happy birthday Cars 🏆🎉❤️⚡️'. (sic)
Quoting Mater, a third chimed: 'Dadgum! Happy 20 years to Cars!🛻🤎', and a fourth added: 'This is the prefect way to celebrate by rewatching the movie with Bonus features and looking back at the Artbook of Cars'. (sic)
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Where is it re-releasing?
Your local cinema will have listings nearer the time, so keep your eyes peeled for announcements around September.
What is Cars about?
The original Cars follows Lightning McQueen, a hotshot rookie race car who gets stranded in Radiator Springs and slowly learns there is more to life than winning. The franchise expanded with Cars 2, which shifts into a globe-trotting spy-adventure style, and Cars 3, where Lightning faces a new generation of faster racers and has to decide what comes next for his career.
Pixar also spun the world out into Disney+ projects, including Cars on the Road and Cars Toons shorts.
When did Cars come out?
Cars was first released in 2006, which is why this September re-release marks its 20th anniversary.
Where can I watch Cars?
Pixar's Cars 1-3 are available to stream on Disney+, as well as the franchise’s spin-off series', Cars on the Road and Cars Toons.
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