Our sister site Cinematical reports that a sequel to Disney/Pixar's Cars is apparently in the works, and could arrive as early as Summer 2009. If that's the case, we should expect to see a trailer for Cars 2 attached to next summer's Pixar entry, Wall-E. The rumor really built up steam when Paul Newman made comments to reporters about a possible sequel at the Indy 500. Our friends at Cinematical seem to be disappointed that Lightning McQueen and friends appear to be getting a sequel, as it's not one of their fave Pixar flicks. They also wonder why Cars could get another go-round when its box-office grosses were low compared to the great Pixar successes. We think it's merchandising, where Cars appears to be quite the juggernaut, what with the toys, video games, bed sheets, etc. that continue to appear in stores everywhere. Anyway, you won't hear a peep of complaining from us. Cars was one of our favorites last summer, as the talking rides were very cool, and there were plenty of subtle and not-so-subtle references in there to make any pistonhead a happy camper. Seriously, any movie where Richard Petty voices an animated Plymouth Superbird sporting the #43 that's named "The King" is A-OK in our book. Sequel? Bring it on.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
blake @ Jul 13th 2007 3:30PM
NO MORE SEQUELS!!!
Don @ Jul 16th 2007 4:58PM
A $461 million dollar worldwide gross says differently.
Don @ Jul 16th 2007 5:01PM
A $461 million dollar worldwide gross says otherwise.
krc @ Jul 13th 2007 3:34PM
Hmmmm...I really didn't like the first one too much either. Glad to see I wasn't the only one.
Little Lord Poopy-Pants @ Jul 13th 2007 3:57PM
CARS is a lot better when viewed in pajamas surrounded by all the really neat little die cast characters, and with enough good brandy to make you forget the "Doc Hollywood" plot. That Luigi, he's a riot! "Tell me, do you know any Ferraris?" [No?] "Luigi follow only the Ferraris." HA!
Scott Hunter @ Jul 13th 2007 4:13PM
Interesting! While I don't think a sequel is necessary, I'm sure that my family and I will go see it. I wasn't particularly excited about Cars when it was first advertised, but I loved it in the theater. In fact, I've enjoyed it more and more each time I've seen it. It has it all: good humor, great animation, and a heart.
Ratatouille on the other hand.... :)
Mal Fuller @ Jul 13th 2007 4:31PM
If Paul Newman is to be in the sequel, then it is safe to say that Doc Hudson is slated to return. If only that were true in the real world.
c @ Jul 13th 2007 4:31PM
This is false, there was an article in time magazine detailing their next three movies. You all should check your own familial blogs: http://www.cinematical.com/2007/06/11/time-magazine-previews-pixars-next-three-films/
Viv @ Jul 13th 2007 4:35PM
You might want to check the date on n your link. That is dated info. This much more fresh off the lot.
I loved cars, i say bring on the sequel.
c @ Jul 13th 2007 4:45PM
You Should understand that they do not have the capacity at Pixar to have more than 3 films in production at the same time. Cheers
Gerard @ Jul 13th 2007 5:42PM
I liked the movie. I'm not fond of sequels, but I'll accept this one.
Justin @ Jul 13th 2007 7:36PM
My 2 year old son is in love with Cars. I would be happy just to have some new stuff to watch. I've seen the first one at least 100 times, and it is still great!
Jaymez @ Jul 14th 2007 12:01AM
Cars was a passable movie at best. It was a way to kill two hours. Remove the auto based characters and you'd see it, too. It was cute for kids, but, it lacked a lot for me. There simply isn't enough material to spawn a sequel. I wonder what movie they'll rip off next?
musicmike702 @ Jul 14th 2007 1:37AM
Yay!. I loved "CARS" and loved the Route66 references. The story was average but the characters really stood out for me, especially Doc Hudson. I'm a geezer and the first family car I remember was a 50's Hudson 4door. Not crazy about Larry the Cable Guy but loved Mater
Eric H. @ Jul 14th 2007 4:34PM
I realize it's not a favorite among Pixar connoisseurs, but my son LOVES Cars. It's his favorite movie. And the more I've watched it, the more it's grown on me. I don't think it has as broad an appeal as some of the others, but for car or Route 66 buffs, there's a lot to offer. There are a lot of subtle little jokes that I didn't notice the first couple of times. And it's extremely merchandisable. The die casts are cool!
Peter @ Aug 4th 2007 5:49AM
The PSP game version of the film was good but not too sure whether a sequel will live up to expectations. However, no matter when the sequel is made, living in the UK it won't be released over here until 12 months later!
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Sara @ Aug 7th 2007 4:33PM
I just want to say that CARS is my son's and his dads favorite Pixar movie. As I'm writing this to you my two year old is in there watching Ka-Chow and Mater for the 4th time in one day. Like I said my two year old, he knows all of there names already, and knows the scenes that are coming up. So I say bring on the sequel so we can watch it again. By the way his blanket, pillow and sheets are all cars. He LOVES the movie and his dad and I hope they make another!!!!
amie @ Mar 19th 2008 11:15AM
My 2 year old loves the movie and I really hope they make a sequel just so I can watch something different for a change. I know he would be thrilled if he had another "chow" movie to watch. I never liked 2's and 3's of disney movies but I know alot of little kids that do.