Toy Story (1995)
Toy Story (1995)
Starring: Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Don Rickles, Annie Potts
Directed by: John Lasseter
Studio: Pixar Animation Studios (in collaboration with Disney)
Toy Story made cinematic history as the first fully computer-animated feature film, launching Pixar and revolutionizing animation forever. The story follows Woody, a pull-string cowboy doll who enjoys life as the favorite toy—until his world is turned upside down by the arrival of Buzz Lightyear, a flashy new space ranger who doesn’t realize he’s a toy.Thrown into an unexpected adventure outside the safety of their kid’s room, Woody and Buzz must learn to work together to find their way back to their owner, Andy.
Highlights:• Groundbreaking animation that still holds up decades later
• Dynamic character development, especially the rivalry-turned-friendship between Woody and Buzz
• A heartfelt exploration of jealousy, identity, and belonging
• Memorable supporting cast: Mr. Potato Head, Rex, Slinky Dog, Hamm, and more
• Randy Newman’s beloved soundtrack, including the Oscar-nominated “You’ve Got a Friend in Me”
Legacy:• Nominated for three Academy Awards
• Selected for preservation in the U.S. National Film Registry
• Spawned a beloved franchise with three sequels, shorts, merchandise, and theme park attractions
• Proved that animation could tell emotionally complex, universally resonant stories
