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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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  • fb7018436
    January 10, 2012
    fb7018436
    Seventeen years later it's still the best animated movie of all time for a reason.
  • fb733768972
    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?
  • fb100000883534329
    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.
  • spielberg00
    August 12, 2011
    spielberg00
    Fantastic
  • DreamExtractor
    August 5, 2011
    DreamExtractor
    Toy Story is a true masterpiece. Toy Story is about a kid named Andy who has a group of talking toys, and Andys favorite toy is a cowboy doll named Woody (Tom Hanks). On Andys birthday he gets a space ranger action figure named Buzz Lightyear, who actually believes hes a space ... read moreranger and doesnt know hes a toy, but becomes Andys new favorite toy. Woody being jealous accidentally pushes Buzzout the window and all the rest of the toys get mad at Woody but then Woody is taken by Andy to an arcade and Buzz gets in the car secretly. The two fight and fall out of thd car and become lost. They must get back to Andy and may soon realize how good a friends they become on teir journey. It was the dawn of new animation the day this was released. The plot was original, because every kid wonders if there toys are alive. The music is great, Randy Newmans music is amazing and his song at the start is one my all time favorites. This film is also hilarious beyond all belief, even adults will laugh. Toy Story is a american classic.
  • fb729949618
    July 31, 2011
    fb729949618
    My childhood should thank this movie for making it so awesome. CLASSIC!
  • movieguru12
    July 25, 2011
    movieguru12
    Such a great movie. Tom Hanks & Tim Allen are amazing in these movies & I love the little green aliens. I also love the fact that I got to go to pizza planet when I went on a band trip to Florida this past November. I hope to get this one & number 2 & 3 on dvd.
  • TheDudeLebowski65
    July 10, 2011
    TheDudeLebowski65
    Toy Story is a groundbreaking film in the special effects medium. This is the first computer animated feature length film. What we have here, is a superb film with great effects and a simple story. The crew at Pixar really did something special here, and Toy Story is a terrific ... read morefilm. From a film stand point, and I'm excluding the computerized stuff; Toy Story is a lot of fun to watch, the characters are funny and witty. And they each are amusing in there own way. Pixar struck cinematic gold with Toy Story, and they haven't made a single bad film since this one. Toy Story is a film for all ages and is a classic, I was ten years old when I first saw this film, and I recently re watched it, and I very much enjoyed this; just like the first time I saw it. A fun film definitely a must see. Toy Story is the perfect film to watch with your family. The film is non stop fun and is very entertaining. This is the film that has put Pixar on the map, and is one of the most groundbreaking films in computer animation. A wonderful accomplishment in cinema, Toy Story is a must see film and one worth watching again and again. The cast are wonderful and are very funny. The characters they portray are all memorable and funny. I enjoyed every minute of it, and Toy Story remains a childhood favorite of mine. Now in my mid twenties, I still enjoy this film and it has stood the test of time.

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Critic Reviews

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

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.

Roger Ebert
January 1, 2000
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

The result is a visionary roller-coaster ride of a movie. Full Review

John Hartl
January 1, 2000
John Hartl, Film.com

Disney's witty, wondrously imaginative, all-computer-generated cartoon is far and away the best of the new holiday movies in town.

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    • Woody: Pull my string, the birthday party's today?
    • Woody: You are a child's play thing!
    • Buzz Lightyear: You are a sad, strange little man, and you have my pity.
    • Woody: That wasn't flying, that was...falling with style.
    • Buzz Lightyear: To infinity and beyond!
    • Woody: That wasn't flying, that was falling with style!
    • Woody: Buzz look, an alien!
    • Buzz Lightyear: Where!
    • Woody: *laughs*
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