Hamm: The “Toy Car Story” cameo and the Pixar nod in Cars
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Summary
- Who is Hamm in Cars?
- The Toy Car Story parody at the drive-in
- Hamm automotive version
- The Pixar meta joke
- Hamm in derivative products
- Summary table
- FAQ
📘 Pixar likes to slip in cross-references between its films, as can also be seen in The Incredible Story of Pixar: From Humble Beginnings to Box Office Domination , which looks back at these winks that have become cult classics.
Pixar loves to slip in cross-references between its films, and Hamm , the famous piggy bank from Toy Story , is one of the iconic nods visible in Cars . His appearance is via a humorous sequence shown at the drive-in theater in Radiator Springs: Toy Car Story .
Who is Hamm in Cars?
In the Pixar universe, Hamm is an iconic character from Toy Story . In Cars , he only appears as a humorous cameo in a drive-in parody.
The Toy Car Story parody at the drive-in
At the end of Cars , the residents of Radiator Springs attend a screening titled Toy Car Story , a parody car version of Toy Story .
This scene functions as an easter egg that enriches the universe without impacting the main plot.
🏁 This type of hidden detail is common in the saga, as explained in The Secrets of Doc Hudson: An Automotive Odyssey , which analyzes several discreet references in the film.
Hamm automotive version
In this parody, Hamm is transformed to recall his function as a piggy bank , evoking a safe-vehicle or secure transport.
The Pixar meta joke
The gag is reinforced by the fact that John Ratzenberger voices Hamm in Toy Story and several characters in Cars , a recurring vocal nod at Pixar.
Hamm in derivative products
This cameo was also produced as a die-cast miniature Drive-In Hamm , which is very popular with Pixar collectors.
🧸 Discover other iconic vehicles in theCars Piston Cup and World Grand Prix collection, ideal for reliving great racing scenes.
🖼️ For decoration, also explore the Cars Posters highlighting iconic moments from the films.
🎮 For fun at home, also discover the Cars Remote Controlled Cars to organize your own races.
Summary table
| Element | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Hamm (Toy Car Story) |
| Movie | Cars (2006) |
| Kind | Cameo / Easter egg |
| Concept | Piggy bank transformed into a vehicle |
| Place | Radiator Springs Drive-In |
| Derivative product | Drive-In Hamm die-cast |
FAQ
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Does Hamm appear in the main story?
No, only in the drive-in parody. -
Is Toy Car Story a true Pixar film?
No, it's a humorous easter egg . -
Why does this wink exist?
To connect the Pixar universes in a playful way. -
Is the voice the same?
Yes, John Ratzenberger doubles Hamm. -
Is it available as a figurine?
Yes, in a special die-cast version.
Conclusion
Hamm in Cars remains one of the most beloved Pixar nods , subtly linking the world of Toy Story to that of Cars .
📗 To discover other hidden anecdotes from the saga, you can also read Life Lessons from Cars and Lightning McQueen , which revisits the subtle messages and details of the film.