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Bonnie Hunt, Jenifer Lewis and Paul Dooley Join Voice Cast of Disney Jr's 'Cars: Lightning Racers'

Bonnie Hunt, Jenifer Lewis and Paul Dooley have joined the voice cast of Disney Jr's 'Cars: Lightning Racers'. The series is a production from Disney Jr. These additions were reported by @Variety.

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Casting Announcements for 'Cars:

Lightning Racers' Bonnie Hunt has joined the voice cast of Disney Jr's 'Cars: Lightning Racers'.

Jenifer Lewis has also joined the voice cast of the series. Paul Dooley has joined the voice cast as well. 'Cars: Lightning Racers' is a Disney Jr. production. @Variety reported these casting updates.

Background on the Production The series 'Cars:

Lightning Racers' originates from Disney Jr.

It features voice performances by the newly announced cast members. Bonnie Hunt's involvement marks her addition to the voice ensemble. Jenifer Lewis and Paul Dooley contribute to the cast in similar capacities.

Details of the Voice Cast Additions Each of the three actors—Bonnie Hunt, Jenifer Lewis and Paul Dooley—has been integrated into the voice cast for 'Cars: Lightning Racers'.

The production remains under Disney Jr. @Variety provided the details on these joins without further specifics on roles or episode counts.

Story Timeline

2 events
  1. 2026-04-13

    Bonnie Hunt, Jenifer Lewis and Paul Dooley joined the voice cast of 'Cars: Lightning Racers'

    1 source@Variety
  2. Pre-2026

    'Cars: Lightning Racers' established as a Disney Jr. production

    1 source@Variety

Potential Impact

  1. 01

    Expansion of voice cast enhances production depth for 'Cars: Lightning Racers'

  2. 02

    Disney Jr. series gains experienced performers in Bonnie Hunt, Jenifer Lewis and Paul Dooley

  3. 03

    Potential increase in audience appeal for the Disney Jr. production

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Word count148 words
PublishedApr 13, 2026, 9:00 PM

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