Planes Fire and Rescue
Release Date: July 18

Walt Disney Studios Pictures

Starring the Voice of: Dane Cook, Julie Bowen

Directed by: Bobs Gannaway

Official Web site: http://www.Disney.com/Planes


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"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. Directed by Bobs Gannaway ("Secret of the Wings"), "Planes: Fire & Rescue" hits theaters in 3D on July 18, 2014.

See the trailer here:

What Did The Cast and Filmmakers Have to Say About Making the Movie?

Spencer Lee's Song "Still I Fly" Lifts "Planes Fire and Rescue" Even Higher!

By: Susan J. Yeager

Singer/songwriter Spencer Lee was thrilled to be part of the writing team that was approached to submit song ideas for Disney's "Planes Fire and Rescue." He had no idea that executives would love his demo so much that they would ask to keep his voice as the lead vocals. After years of hard work, Spencer's voice and music became a wonderful addition to another great Disney animated movie. In a way, this is only the beginning for this talented performer.

Hollywood is a long way from the farm fields of Kansas where the musician got his start. "I didn't have much to do out there so I started singing for the cows in my backyard. They loved it," he laughs. "Growing up in Kansas, there were only a limited amount of things that I could go associate myself with music," he continues about how he got started on this career path. "There were, fortunately enough, a couple of low-key competitions at the Memorial Halls and stuff like that around the four states area. I went out and just competed as much as I could, trying to gain as many first place trophies as I could. After that, I had a lot of fun doing it and I was like, 'What do I do next?' Now I'm here in Los Angeles, so I guess I made the right move."

Originally, Spencer has only set his sights on singing. As for songwriting, "That started the minute I kind of stepped foot in Los Angeles at 17. I kind of just got thrown into it. I was asked if I wanted to give songwriting a shot. I had an opportunity to write for a television show or something like that. I was pretty surprised, because the first time I tried out, getting placement, I actually nailed it! So I kept going with it and I'm not going to look back!"

Now at 22, the singer/songwriter is thrilled to be featured in Disney's "Planes Fire and Rescue" which lands in theaters on July 18. "At the time, I was in my own little writing team, and they had had some connections and the opportunities were thrown their way and I was asked if I wanted to be on board and I said 'Absolutely!' he says of how the collaboration with Disney came about. "So we got to throw out a couple of submissions here and there and got my name out there with that, so that was really cool!"

Then, another exciting invitation came his way. "At the time, I was merely writing a song for someone else [to sing]. I had no idea that I was even going to be the front man for this song. I just knew that they needed an awesome rock/ballad type thing. We did the best we could. I put the vocal on it. The next thing you know, I'm featured in the movie! It's kind of a very lucky, very cool thing and I'm so happy to be a part of it."

When we spoke to Spencer he had just seen the movie. "I actually just watched the movie, literally ten minutes ago," he says excitedly. "It was absolutely incredible! It was great!"

And what's it like to hear your song in the middle of a motion picture on the big screen? "It was pretty cool. I kind of patted myself on the back there."

Take a listen to the song here:

Planes Fire and Rescue isn't the first Disney animated film to leave a lasting impression on Spencer. "Oliver and Company, all the music, all the score was done by Billy Joel, that's an inspiration of mine," he confesses. "That's one of my favorites of all time. That's going in the vault!"

Now that PFAR is in theaters, what's next for the music maker? "I am a hundred percent, full force, nailing it on the head with my music. This train ain't stopping. We've got a couple of great tunes that I am ready to release at any given moment. Might even release something right now! I don't know! I've got a few song that I am ready to do and perform, and it's a lot different than what you are hearing in the movie so I am kind of excited to really debut myself as an artist and show everyone what I am here to do!"

And where can you find more about Spencer and his music? "All the fans can check me out on http://www.TheBrainMusic.com. Me and my partner Freddy Wexler have been really working hard, really putting all the gears into place for this music of mine.

Last but not least, what advice does Spencer have for aspiring musicians out there? "Pick a lane, pick a style and be the best you can be at it. Stay true. Don't let outside opinions mold you. Do what you want to do from the heart up and that's it. You're going to find yourself in some great positions if you surround yourself with great people and just have fun doing what you're doing."

Check out Spencer's song "Still I Fly" on the soundtrack to Disney's Planes Fire and Rescue. The inspirational song is likely to become an anthem for people everywhere who are waiting for their dreams to take flight!

To find out more about Spencer Lee, visit the following sites:
http://www.TheBrainMusic.com
http://www.Twitter.com/TheSpencerLee
http://www.Facebook.com/TheSpencerLee

The "Planes Fire and Rescue" premiere was held at the famous Disney El Capitan Theater on Hollywood Boulevard. Actors who voiced the movie's lovable characters like Dane Cook, Julie Bowen, Wes Studi, Barry Corbin, Matt Jones and Fred Willard posed for photos, signed autographs for fans, and talked with reporters as they made their way into this special screening of the movie that took for years to make.

The movie's music was also well represented as Spencer Lee was on hand to talk about his contribution to the film, a beautiful song called "Still I Fly." Brad Paisley, who has two songs on the soundtrack, brought along his wife, Kimberly, and some extra support from new friends, Kesha and Ludicris. The seemingly unlikely trio are judges on the the ABC summer talent series, "Rising Star."

Other notable guests included Firefighters from The Los Angeles Fire Department, "Liv and Maddie's" Joey Bragg, Sabrina Carpenter from "Girl Meets World," "The Fosters'" Hayden Byerly and a ton more!

Disney put together these photos to share! Click on the photo below to see them all!

By: Danae Samms

Don't miss a chance to see Disney's new film, "Planes Fire and Rescue" this summer. Once again, Disney has blown us away with a great story, inspiring words, and awesome animation.

In this film, world-famous, Dusty Crophopper, has returned home for a festival. Unfortunately, an injury threatens his future in racing. After an accident at the landing strip, Dusty heads to a wildlife park to become certified in firefighting.

Here, Dusty learns about the heroes that fight fires, and what they give up to do so. Not only is there a great story of friendship and sacrifice, there is a lesson on second chances. In this story, we learn that sometimes life doesn't go the way we planned, but we can still turn things around and have a good life while helping others.

Besides a great story, "Planes Fire and Rescue" has fantastic animation, lots of laughs, and loveable characters. This movie is another need to see that the whole family will enjoy.

Planes Fire and Rescue opens in theaters this Friday, July 18.