Time Travel Mater
Rob GibbsWhere to watch in the United States: Stream: Disney Plus · Buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB; availability changes.
Cast
Larry the Cable Guy Keith Ferguson 
John Michael Higgins 
Katherine Helmond Lori Alan Bob Bergen
Credits
Written by: 
John Lasseter
Plot
When a clock lands on Mater's engine, he travels back in time to 1909 where he meets Stanley, an ambitious young car on his way to California. With the help of Lightning McQueen, Mater alters history by convincing Stanley to stay and build Radiator Springs.
Sinekatalog’s take
A cheerful Cars short in which a tow truck's accident sends him to the past to nudge history. It is bright and gentle, fit for children. A harmless diversion for family viewing.Sinekatalog’s own editorial review – not a user or critic quote.
Ratings
IMDb: 6.2 / 10 (1,208 votes)
IMDb rating and vote count from the IMDb ratings dataset (October 2026). Scores change over time.
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