Planes may not have grossed $100 million in the US, but thanks to the fact it cost far less than most Disney theatrical movies ($50 million versus, for example, Frozen’s $150 million) it was still a significant success for the company. It also ensures the House Of Mouse put a quick sequel in the works, which will be in cinemas this summer.
Here’s the synopsis: ‘”Planes: Fire & Rescue is a new comedy-adventure about second chances, featuring a dynamic crew of elite firefighting aircraft devoted to protecting historic Piston Peak National Park from raging wildfire. When world famous air racer Dusty (voice of Dane Cook) learns that his engine is damaged and he may never race again, he must shift gears and is launched into the world of aerial firefighting. Dusty joins forces with veteran fire and rescue helicopter Blade Ranger and his courageous team, including spirited super scooper Dipper (voice of Julie Bowen), heavy-lift helicopter Windlifter, ex-military transport Cabbie and a lively bunch of brave all-terrain vehicles known as The Smokejumpers. Together, the fearless team battles a massive wildfire and Dusty learns what it takes to become a true hero.’
It’ll be in US cinemas on July 18th and in the UK on August 8th.