Mater and the Ghostlight
2006, English. Directed by John Lasseter.
Mater, the rusty but trusty tow truck from Cars, spends a day in Radiator Springs playing scary pranks on his fellow townsfolk. That night at Flo's V8 Café, the Sheriff tells the story of the legend of the Ghostlight, and as everyone races home Mater is left alone primed for a good old-fashioned scare.
- Runtime
- 0h 7m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.3/10 from 497 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Mater and the Ghostlight
Mater and the Ghostlight is streaming on Disney Plus in India.
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- Released
- 27 July 2006
- Country
- United States of America
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What Mater and the Ghostlight is based on
Mater and the Ghostlight is based on Cars, a 2006 animated film by John Lasseter and Cars, a 2006 animated film series.
Animated film · 2006
Cars
By John Lasseter
Animated film series · 2006
Cars
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Also in the Cars universe
Released before it. Not required, but they share its world.
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Mater and the Ghostlight: quick answers
Is Mater and the Ghostlight worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.3/10 from 497 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Mater and the Ghostlight?
Mater and the Ghostlight runs 7 minutes (0h 7m).
Does Mater and the Ghostlight have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Mater and the Ghostlight. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Mater and the Ghostlight parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Mater and the Ghostlight is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Mater and the Ghostlight on?
Mater and the Ghostlight is streaming on Disney Plus in India. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Mater and the Ghostlight?
If you liked Mater and the Ghostlight, try The Skeleton Dance, Scared Shrekless, Thriller Night.
Who directed Mater and the Ghostlight?
Mater and the Ghostlight (2006) was directed by John Lasseter and stars Larry the Cable Guy, Owen Wilson, Bonnie Hunt.
What is Mater and the Ghostlight based on?
Mater and the Ghostlight is based on Cars, a 2006 animated film by John Lasseter and Cars, a 2006 animated film series.