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Where to watch the Cars films in order

The Cars franchise is an animation, family and adventure series of 3 films released between 2006 and 2017. It runs from Cars (2006) to Cars 3 (2017), and this guide lays out every film in the order to watch it, with where each one streams in India.

3
films
3 of 3
on Indian OTT
2006–2017
release span
5h 25m
watch time
G
age rating
AnimationFamilyAdventureComedyDrama
Cars
Cars 2
Cars 3
Where to watch in India

All 3 Cars films stream in India, split across JioHotstar and Zee5 — the complete saga without renting a thing.

JioHotstarZee5

The Cars franchise, explained

The series reviews well overall: its 3 rated films average 6.7 on TMDB, peaking at 7.0 for Cars (2006) and dropping to 6.2 for Cars 2 (2011).

Watched back to back, the films add up to about 5h 25m of screen time. The toughest age rating across the franchise is G, so plan the saga accordingly.

This guide lists every film in release order with its India streaming home, so you always know what to watch next and where. We refresh availability as titles move between platforms.

How to watch the Cars films in order

The clearest way through the Cars franchise is release order — the sequence the films came out in. Begin with Cars (2006) and finish on Cars 3 (2017). All 3 stream in India, though you'll move between JioHotstar and Zee5 along the way. Back to back, the full binge runs about 5h 25m.

3 films, in release order

  1. 1
    The film that started the franchise — and its highest-rated.

    Cars

    20067.01h 57mMovieG

    “Ahhh... it's got that new movie smell.”

    Director: John Lasseter

    Cast: Owen Wilson, Paul Newman, Bonnie Hunt, Larry the Cable Guy

    Streaming in India
    JioHotstar

    Lightning McQueen, a hotshot rookie race car driven to succeed, discovers that life is about the journey, not the finish line, when he finds himself unexpectedly detoured in the sleepy Route 66 town of Radiator Springs. On route across the country to the big Piston Cup Championship in California to compete against two seasoned pros, McQueen gets to know the town's offbeat characters.

    AnimationAdventureComedyFamily
  2. 2
    The second film in the franchise — and its lowest-rated.

    Cars 2

    20116.21h 46mMovieG

    “The mission begins.”

    Director: John Lasseter

    Cast: Larry the Cable Guy, Owen Wilson, Michael Caine, Emily Mortimer

    Streaming in India
    JioHotstar

    Star race car Lightning McQueen and his pal Mater head overseas to compete in the World Grand Prix race. But the road to the championship becomes rocky as Mater gets caught up in an intriguing adventure of his own: international espionage.

    AnimationFamilyAdventureComedy
  3. 3
    The most recent film.

    Cars 3

    20176.91h 42mMovieG

    “From this moment, everything will change.”

    Director: Brian Fee

    Cast: Owen Wilson, Cristela Alonzo, Chris Cooper, Nathan Fillion

    Streaming in India
    JioHotstarZee5

    Blindsided by a new generation of blazing-fast racers, the legendary Lightning McQueen is suddenly pushed out of the sport he loves. To get back in the game, he will need the help of an eager young race technician with her own plan to win, inspiration from the late Fabulous Hudson Hornet, and a few unexpected turns.

    AnimationDramaFamily

Cars: where to watch — FAQ

How many Cars films are there?
There are 3 Cars films, released between 2006 and 2017 — from Cars (2006) to Cars 3 (2017).
Where can I watch the Cars films in India?
All 3 Cars films stream on Indian OTT on JioHotstar and Zee5. You can watch the whole series with a single subscription.
Is Cars on Netflix in India?
No. In India the Cars films are not on Netflix — they stream on JioHotstar and Zee5.
What order should I watch the Cars films in?
Watch them in release order, starting with Cars (2006) and ending with Cars 3 (2017). The full 3-film order is listed above.

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