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Disney+ Unveils 'Cars: Lightning Racers' for Franchise's 20th Anniversary

4/14/2026

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In 2027, Disney+ will launch Cars: Lightning Racers to celebrate the Cars franchise's 20th anniversary.
Owen Wilson will reprise Lightning McQueen and Larry the Cable Guy will reprise Mater.
New cast members include Leah Lewis as Pipes and Yuri Lowenthal as Miles, with Sheryl Lee Ralph voicing Ms. Blinker.
Produced by Disney Television Animation and Pixar, the series will air first on Disney Jr. and later stream on Disney+.

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In 2027, Disney+ will launch Cars: Lightning Racers to celebrate the Cars franchise's 20th anniversary.
Owen Wilson will reprise Lightning McQueen and Larry the Cable Guy will reprise Mater.
New cast members include Leah Lewis as Pipes and Yuri Lowenthal as Miles, with Sheryl Lee Ralph voicing Ms. Blinker.
Produced by Disney Television Animation and Pixar, the series will air first on Disney Jr. and later stream on Disney+.