Time Travel Mater

2012 • 7 min • Animation · Family · Science Fiction · Comedy

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Synopsis

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. Stanley meets Lizzie and they commemorate the opening of the new courthouse with their wedding.

Our family guide

Best from age 4

Movie Knight Score

147 reviews

61 Audience · 147 · 100%

Mater accidentally time-travels to 1909 and convinces a young Stanley to build Radiator Springs instead of heading to California. With Lightning McQueen's help, Mater witnesses the town's founding and a special wedding.

Violence & peril: 0/10
Language: 0/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 0/10
Scary moments: 0/10

Heads up

None to note for young viewers

What it models well

Friendship and community
Building a legacy
The impact of choices

Talk about it after

How small actions can change history
The importance of home
The concept of time travel

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