Mater the Greater 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 4 minutes
- Director
- John Lasseter
- Network
- Pixar
- Where to Stream
- Disney Plus
What is Mater the Greater?
Topic: Film "Mater the Greater" (2008). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 4 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 28, 2008
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Pixar
- Genres
- Animation, Family, Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.2/10 from 122 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~4 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Network
- Pixar
Where to watch in United States
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Topic: Film "Mater the Greater" (2008).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Sources Analysis:
Title: Mater the Greater.
Year: 2008.
Release Date: 10/28/2008 (US).
Genres: Animation, Family, and Comedy.
Runtime: 4m.
Synopsis: Mater tells Lightning McQueen about his former job as a daredevil.
Directors: John Lasseter (Source 1), Rob Gibbs, John Lasseter, Victor Navone (Source 3).
Cast/Crew: Larry the Cable Guy, Keith Ferguson, Peter Sohn, Bob Peterson (Source 3).
Note: Source 3 mentions "Mater's Tall Tales" Mater the Greater (TV Episode 2008).
Drafting Sentence 1 (No spoilers): Mater the Greater is a 2008 animated film categorized under the genres of animation, family, and comedy.
Drafting Sentence 2 (Plot): In the film, Mater tells Lightning McQueen about his former job
Should you watch it?
“Mater recounts his thrilling past as a professional daredevil to his friend Lightning McQueen.”
- Features the iconic dynamic between Mater and Lightning McQueen
- Provides a brief and accessible viewing experience
- Showcases the comedic storytelling style of the Cars franchise
- The extremely short four-minute runtime may feel abrupt to some viewers
Watch it if you enjoy quick, character-focused vignettes set within the world of Cars.
This is a brief, family-friendly animated comedy with a lighthearted and fast-paced tone.
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Where can I stream this film?
Streaming availability varies by region, but it is often listed on major platforms that host the Cars franchise content.
Is this short film worth watching?
It is worth watching if you are a fan of the Cars characters and enjoy short, comedic storytelling.
How long does it take to watch?
The film has a total runtime of four minutes.
Are there other essential episodes to watch first?
While it features established characters, it functions as a standalone short and does not require viewing other specific episodes to understand the plot.
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