The Inspiration for 'Cars'
Synopsis
Short featurette about the inspiration behind Pixar's "Cars".
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The Inspiration for 'Cars' (Video 2006)
Type: Clip • Published 2011-11-02
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John Lasseter
Self - Director
Michael Wallis
Self - Author, speaker
Joe Ranft
Self - Co-director
Ángel Delgadillo
Self - Barber, Seligman, AZ
Paul James Lasseter
Self - John's dad
Jerry Nadeau
Self - Racecar driver
Steve Page
Self - President, Gen. Mgr., Infineon Raceway, CA
Artie Kempner
Self - Fox Sports director
Darrell Waltrip
Self - Fox broadcaster, racing legend
Humpy Wheeler
Self - President, Gen. Mgr., Lowe's Motor Speedway
Don Flock
Self - Son of racing legend Tim Flock
John Zudell
Self - Speedway Motorsports, Inc.
Randy Wray
Self - Speedway Motorsports, Inc.
Richard Petty
Self - Racing legend
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 7, 2006
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rick Butler
- Original Title
- The Inspiration for 'Cars'
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 17m
- Production Studios
- Buena Vista Home Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rick Butler
Robert Grahamjones
Ann Brilz
Department Leadership Roster
Ann Brilz
Producer
Robert Grahamjones
Editor
Rick Butler
Director
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What is The Inspiration for 'Cars' about?
Short featurette about the inspiration behind Pixar's "Cars".
Who directed The Inspiration for 'Cars'?
The Inspiration for 'Cars' was directed by Rick Butler.
Who stars in The Inspiration for 'Cars'?
The principal cast of The Inspiration for 'Cars' includes John Lasseter, Michael Wallis, Joe Ranft, Ángel Delgadillo, Paul James Lasseter.
When was The Inspiration for 'Cars' released and how long is it?
The Inspiration for 'Cars' was released in 2006 with a total runtime of 17m.