Cars 3

Cars 3

Movie (2017)

It's not over until lightning strikes.

Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen finds himself pushed to the brink—and suddenly, the champion who once ruled the track is fighting just to stay in the race. With his career hanging in the balance, McQueen must turn to an ambitious young race technician with a plan of her own, draw strength from the legacy of the late Fabulous Hudson Hornet, and risk everything on one last shot at glory.

Animation
Drama
Family
Adventure
102 minutes
Released
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Family guidance

Ages 6+

Lightning McQueen is seriously injured in an intense crash with flips and sparks, and a demolition derby features fire, aggressive vehicles, and a bus with chains and saws. Infrequent use of mild words such as dang, loser, shut up, keister, dadgum, dummy, butt, jerk, and the phrase life's a beach.

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What to know before you start

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Sex & Nudity

Not present, though Sally and Lightning exchange I love you statements.

Profanity

Infrequent use of mild words such as dang, loser, shut up, keister, dadgum, dummy, butt, jerk, and the phrase life's a beach.

Alcohol, Drugs & Smoking

Race cars gather in a pub and enjoy undetermined drinks, along with a brief reference to running moonshine.

Frightening Scenes

Lightning McQueen is seriously injured in an intense crash with flips and sparks, and a demolition derby features fire, aggressive vehicles, and a bus with chains and saws.

Other things to know

There is no real product placement aside from car models, but there is extensive Disney merchandise and a conversation that glamorizes consumerism.

Positives & learning

Positive messages

Features strong themes about female empowerment, mentorship, perseverance, teamwork, and adapting to change.

Role models

Characters like Lightning McQueen, Cruz Ramirez, and Sally show persistence, loyalty, and growth despite flaws.

Representation

Champions older characters and highlights a female racer and a Latina character who overcomes self-doubt, alongside some characters drawn from stereotypes.

Learning

Primarily entertaining, but offers lessons on learning from elders, believing in oneself, and female empowerment.

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