Pixar is coming out with a sequel to Cars, and this time Lightning McQueen and Mater are going global as they particiape in the first World Grand Prix. Add in the James Bond-esque spy thriller element, and we have an action-packed movie that is essentially one big global car chase. Michael Caine voices the British intelligence agent (an Aston Martin, natch) who approaches Lightning and Mater.
I think the general consensus is that while Cars was not anyone's favorite movie, it made enough money and generated enough interest in spin-off TV shows and the like, that it warranted a sequel. I personally would rather see more rats or robots if Pixar wants to do a sequel, but this looks entertaining enough for kids and their parents.
Here's the official Disney plot description:
Here's the official Disney plot description:
Star racecar Lightning McQueen (voice of Owen Wilson) and the incomparable tow truck Mater (voice of Larry the Cable Guy) take their friendship to exciting new places in “Cars 2” when they head overseas to compete in the first-ever World Grand Prix to determine the world’s fastest car. But the road to the championship is filled with plenty of potholes, detours and hilarious surprises when Mater gets caught up in an intriguing adventure of his own: international espionage. Torn between assisting Lightning McQueen in the high-profile race and towing the line in a top-secret spy mission, Mater’s action-packed journey leads him on an explosive chase through the streets of Japan and Europe, trailed by his friends and watched by the whole world. Adding to the fast-paced fun is a colorful new all-car cast that includes secret agents, menacing villains and international racing competitors.
