Cars watch order

You should start with the first film, Cars (2006), which introduces hotshot rookie race car Lightning McQueen and his unexpected detour in the sleepy Route 66 town of Radiator Springs.

Yes, release order is recommended because the three films follow the continuous progression of Lightning McQueen's racing career, from his early days through international competition and up to challenges from a new generation of racers.

None of the entries can be skipped if you want to follow Lightning McQueen's complete journey, as each of the three feature films builds directly upon his ongoing career as a star race car.

Watch in this order: 1. Cars, 2. Cars 2, 3. Cars 3.

This guide lists 3 entries, released between 2006 and 2017.

Cars has the highest average rating in this guide, at 7.1 out of 10.