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Toy Story was the first feature-length film animated entirely by computer. If this seems to be a sterile, mechanical means of moviemaking, be assured that the film is as chock-full of heart and warmth... read more read more... as any Disney cartoon feature. The star of the proceedings is Woody, a pull-string cowboy toy belonging to a wide-eyed youngster named Andy. Whenever Andy's out of the room, Woody revels in his status as the boy's number one toy. His supremacy is challenged by a high-tech, space-ranger action figure named Buzz Lightyear, who, unlike Woody and his pals, believes that he is real and not merely a plaything. The rivalry between Woody and Buzz hilariously intensifies during the first half of the film, but when the well-being of Andy's toys is threatened by a nasty next-door neighbor kid named Sid -- whose idea of fun is feeding stuffed dolls to his snarling dog and reconstructing his own toys into hideous mutants -- Woody and Buzz join forces to save the day. Superb though the computer animation may be, what really heightens Toy Story are the voice-over performances by such celebrities as Tom Hanks (as Woody), Tim Allen (as Buzz), and Don Rickles (as an appropriately acerbic Mr. Potato Head). Director John Lasseter earned a special achievement Academy Award, while Randy Newman landed an Oscar nomination for his evocative musical score. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

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G, 1 hr. 20 min.

Directed by: John Lasseter

Release Date: November 22, 1995

Keywords: family, cute, kids, funny, animated, buddy

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DVD Release Date: March 20, 2001

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  • ironclad1609
    February 7, 2013
    ironclad1609
    Pixar's first major smash hit and one of the first entirely computer animated films may not have aged well, considering the huge steps CGI characters have taken since 1995. Its biggest assets, a huge beating heart and a great sense of humor, still work so many years later and let... read more you forget about the sometimes flat textures. The story, the characters and the jokes are what draws you into the story and soon after you forget you're actually watching an adventure about living toys. The great voice acting helps too, of course. The result, a glorious collection of exciting and fun action scenes, is so perfect, you sometimes feel the urge to clap applause in responds to the events on the screen. A classic.
  • edfilmreviews
    August 16, 2012
    edfilmreviews
    "Toy Story" has set the standard for animated films and has yet to be surpassed. So many iconic scenes and memorable characters. It's a classic and deserves to be. Surprising that the first feature-lengh animated film continues to be the best.
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    August 11, 2012
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    Pixar's first film kicks off in high gear with stunning visual effects and an outstanding plot. The voice and charisma of Tom Hanks and Tim Allen provide for a great performance and chemistry for its portrayed characters. 5/5
  • bathshebamonk
    June 21, 2012
    bathshebamonk
    Saw this on DVD after seeing Toy Story 3. Cute movie, some wonderful bits that you can only pull off in animation, like the evil child next door who tortures toys and Buzz flying around. I liked the plot line that the cowboy toy, who used to be the favorite, is no longer and ho... read morew he deals with his rival. Very satisfying ending, which I think I can reveal without a spoiler alert because I am the last person on the planet to see this movie: when both Buzz and the cowboy are allies, the whole concept of which one is the kid's favorite is rendered moot when the boy gets a puppy. Animation has become so unbelievably sophisticated since 1995 when this was made, that I think I may have been expecting more in that department, but that's hindsight criticism. Very nicely done on all levels.
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    June 15, 2012
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    The start of Pixar's string of classic and masterful animated flicks.
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    January 10, 2012
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    Seventeen years later it's still the best animated movie of all time for a reason.
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    December 6, 2011
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    Tim Allen and Tom Hanks have some of the best "off screen" chemistry that I have ever seen. "Toy Story" was the first 'animated' film to ever be released, and as far as I am concerned, it is, and always will be the best! This kids classic tells a beloved story of how toys come to... read more life and have enough emotions to feel guilty about themselves. I have never felt this much emotion from an animation film. "Toy Story" is easily the best kids film of all time. With a very creatively written script, a compelling story about "forgiveness and happiness," and a conclusion that left me with goosebumps, "Toy Story" is a true kids masterpiece!
  • scottgreen96
    October 30, 2011
    scottgreen96
    A masterpiece that emerged in the form of toys, a truly unique concept put into a magical experience which is aided by the blissful voices of Tom Hanks and Tim Allen, the best animated duo ever, don't tell me you've not put a video camera in your room hoping your toys come to life?
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    October 29, 2011
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    This film was an advance in animation and children films. The story is enjoyable, the actors are perfect, and my favorite animated franchise!
  • aquateen2
    August 16, 2011
    aquateen2
    An absolutely heartwarming classic that sets a benchmark for animation.

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Critic Reviews

Derek Adams
October 4, 2009
Derek Adams, Time Out

So ingenious in concept, design and execution that you could watch it on a postage stamp-sized screen and still be engulfed by its charm. Full Review

Richard Corliss
August 31, 2008
Richard Corliss, TIME Magazine

The year's most inventive comedy. Full Review

David Ansen
August 18, 2008
David Ansen, Newsweek

A winning animated feature that has something for everyone on the age spectrum. Full Review

Leonard Klady
June 9, 2008
Leonard Klady, Variety

The film sports a provocative and appealing story that's every bit the equal of this technical achievement. Full Review

Jonathan Rosenbaum
March 10, 2008
Jonathan Rosenbaum, Chicago Reader

An entertaining computer-generated, hyperrealist animation feature (1995) that's also in effect a toy catalog. Full Review

Michael Booth
May 3, 2007
Michael Booth, Denver Post

As Lion King did before it, Toy Story revived the art of American children's animation, and ushered in a set of smart movies that entertained children and their parents. It's a landmark movie, and doe... Full Review

Geoff Andrew
June 24, 2006
Geoff Andrew, Time Out

The film will probably be more fully appreciated by adults, who'll love the snappy, knowing verbal gags, the vivid, deftly defined characters, and the overall conceptual sophistication. Full Review

Janet Maslin
May 20, 2003
Janet Maslin, New York Times

Children will enjoy a new take on the irresistible idea of toys coming to life. Adults will marvel at a witty script and utterly brilliant anthropomorphism. Full Review

Kenneth Turan
February 13, 2001
Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times

Although its computer-generated imagery is impressive, the major surprise of this bright foray into a new kind of animation is how much cleverness has been invested in story and dialogue. Full Review

Susan Wloszczyna
January 1, 2000
Susan Wloszczyna, USA Today

How perfect that two of the most popular funny guys around, Tom Hanks and Tim Allen, speak for the lead boy-toys.

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    • Buzz Lightyear: And there seems to be no sign of intelligent life anywhere.
    • Woody: I think you've had enough tea for today Buzz, let's get you out of here.
    • Buzz Lightyear: Don't you get it?! You see the hat?! I am Mrs. Nezbit! [laughs crazily]
    • Woody: SNAP OUT OF IT, BUZZ!
    • Woody: You are a child's play thing!
    • Slinky Dog: Hey hey, come on Potato Head. If Woody says it's all right then darn, it's good enough for me.
    • Mr. Potato Head: *looking to Mr Spell, points his thumb back to Slinky, then takes off his mouth and taps it against his bum* *Mr Spell laughs*
    • Buzz Lightyear: You are a sad, strange little man, & you have my pity. Farewell.
    • Woody: Yeah, well good riddance, you loony!
    • Woody: Shut up, just shut up, you idiot!
    • Buzz Lightyear: Sheriff, this is no time to panic.
    • Woody: This is the perfect time to panic!
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