In Pixar's Cars, which actor voices Doc Hudson in his final film role?

In Pixar's Cars, Paul Newman voices Doc Hudson in his final film role.

Newman was an acclaimed American actor, director, and racing enthusiast. His real-world connection to motorsport made him especially fitting for Doc Hudson, a retired champion who understands both the danger and the emotional cost of racing. Newman's performance gives Doc a calm, reflective personality that contrasts with Lightning McQueen's early impatience.

Cars was released in 2006, and Newman died in 2008. The film therefore became his final feature-film acting role. He had also voiced Doc in Cars-related material, including the short film Mater and the Ghostlight.

Doc Hudson's design is based on the Hudson Hornet, a car famous for its early stock-car racing record. Newman himself competed in professional motorsport, including events associated with the Sports Car Club of America.