Toy Story

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Overview

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 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 ...
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Overview

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 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.
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Special Features

Toy Story 3 sneak peek "The Story"; Buzz Lightyear mission logs: blast off; 3 animated studio stories; Buzz takes Manhatten
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Editorial Reviews

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Toy Story is the rare film that viewers will remember for years afterward simply for the wordless wonder it inspired in them. The first of its kind, Toy Story arrived as a fully mature organism, as flawlessly animated as it is brilliantly scripted and energetically voiced. It's the kind of singular experience that prompted many amazed viewers to return for a second screening in the theater. While the animation was not yet sophisticated enough to render truly realistic human characters, the digital medium perfectly captured the essential plasticity of the cornucopia of playthings that populate any young boy's bedroom. The notion that toys have a life separate from their owner's play world is a masterstroke, leading to one eye-popping scene after another. The most memorable is a reconnaissance mission by a platoon of small green army figures, who slide down a jump rope and stake out a spot in a potted fern to spy on Andy opening his birthday presents. This early scene gives a preview of the imagination to follow: the soldiers gallop along on the plots of land attached to their feet, and the "camera," as it were, captures them from all angles, like a seasoned auteur. When one of the figures gets injured, accidentally stepped on by Andy's mother, it becomes clear just how quickly director John Lasseter has given these tiny beings a soul that the viewer cares about intensely. To enumerate the screenplay's many clever triumphs would be impossible, but they brim with the limitless possibilities of this medium and these characters. It's also a very funny film, and Tom Hanks and Tim Allen set the standard for a wonderful vocal cast, throwing themselves into the roles with contagious gusto. Toy Story is as sure a guarantee of enjoyment for all ages as anything previously committed to film.
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Product Details

  • Release Date: 5/11/2010
  • UPC: 786936798333
  • Original Release: 1995

    • Rating:

  • Source: Walt Disney Video
  • Region Code: 1
  • Presentation: Special Edition / Wide Screen
  • Sound: Dolby AC-3 Surround Sound
  • Language: English
  • Time: 1:21:00
  • Format: DVD
  • Sales rank: 1,344

Cast & Crew

Performance Credits
Tom Hanks Voice Only
Tim Allen Voice Only
Don Rickles Voice Only
Jim Varney Voice Only
Wallace Shawn Voice Only
Jack Angel Voice Only
Greg Berg Voice Only
Kendall Cunningham Voice Only
Erik Von Detten Voice Only
R. Lee Ermey Voice Only
Bill Farmer Voice Only
Sarah Freeman Voice Only
Penn Jillette Voice Only
Sherry Lynn Voice Only
Scott McAfee Voice Only
Laurie Metcalf Voice Only
John Morris Voice Only
John Morris Voice Only
Patrick Pinney Voice Only
Annie Potts Voice Only
Philip Proctor Voice Only
Jan Rabson Voice Only
Joe Ranft Voice Only
John Ratzenberger Voice Only
Technical Credits
John Lasseter Director, Screenwriter
Bonnie Arnold Producer
Edwin Catmull Executive Producer
Joel Cohen Screenwriter
Pete Docter Animator, Screenwriter
Ralph Eggleston Art Director
Ralph Guggenheim Producer
Steve Jobs Producer
Randy Newman Score Composer
Joe Ranft Original Story, Screenwriter
Robert Gordon Editor
Gary Rydstrom Sound/Sound Designer
Alec Sokolow Screenwriter
Andrew Stanton Screenwriter
Lee Unkrich Editor
Joss Whedon Screenwriter
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Scene Index

Disc #1 -- Toy Story
4. Sheriff Woody [1:06]
2. Opening Credits ("You've Got a Friend In Me") [2:27]
3. The Coast Is Clear [2:05]
4. The Staff Meeting [2:46]
5. Recon Plan Charlie [1:51]
6. Buzz Lightyear, Space Ranger [1:17]
7. "Strange Things" [1:32]
8. Woody Vs. Buzz [2:33]
9. Sid [1:51]
10. Who Will Andy Pick? [1:28]
11. Buzz Hitches a Ride [1:36]
12. Lost At the Gas Station [2:44]
13. Pizza Planet [4:22]
14. Sid's House [2:46]
15. Back At Andy's [1:28]
16. Playtime With Sid [1:17]
17. The Buzz Lightyear Commercial [1:28]
18. "I Will Go Sailing No More" [2:26]
19. Hannah's Tea Party [1:47]
20. Sid's Window to Andy's Window [1:15]
21. The Big One [2:03]
22. Andy Misses Woody [2:33]
23. "Buzz, I Can't Do This Without You" [2:43]
24. Woody Asks for Help [1:42]
25. "Wind The Frog" [1:08]
26. "Play Nice!" [1:43]
27. The Chase [3:09]
28. Rocket Power [2:35]
29. Christmas In Andy's New House [1:20]
30. End Credits [1:28]
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Menu

Disc #1 -- Toy Story
   Play
   Scene Selection
   Bonus Features
      Toy Story 3 Sneak Peek: "The Story"
      Audio Commentary
         View Film With Commentary By Director John Lasseter, Co-Writer Andrew Stanton, Supervising Animator Peter Docter, Art Director Ralph Eggleston, Supervising Technical Director Bill Reeves and Producers Ralph Guggenheim and Bonnie Arnold: On/Off
      Buzz Lightyear Mission Logs: Blast Off
      Paths to Pixar - Artists
      Studio Stories: John's Car
      Studio Stories: Baby AJ
      Studio Stories: Scooter Races
      Buzz Takes Manhattan
      Black Friday: The Toy Story You Never Saw
      Learn How to Take Your Favorites Movies On the Go
   Set Up
      Audio Options
         English 5.1
         English 2.0
         English Descriptive Video Service 2.0
         Why 2.0
      Subtitles
         English for the Hearing Impaired
         None
      Register Your DVD
      Maximize Your Theater
   Sneak Peeks
      Play All
      Disney Movie Rewards
      Toy Story & Toy Story 2
      The Princess and the Frog
      Tinker Bell and the Great Fairy Rescue
      Phineas and Ferb
      Toy Story 3
      On Blu-Ray Disc
      Beauty and the Beast Diamond Edition
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  • Posted October 1, 2010

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    amazing movie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    amazing movie!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  • Posted October 1, 2010

    Timeless Toy Story

    What can I say about Toy Story? I purchased this because the old VCR player had conked out and my son so desperately wanted to watch it again. The old tape was wearing out and I had certainly enjoyed the movie in the theatres and the 20+ times we had viewed it at home. So off we went in search of Toy Story in DVD format. Needless to say it was out there due to the release of the new movie, but everyone had it in a two pack deal.
    Well we already have Toy Story 2 in DVD. So Barnes & Noble to the rescue!
    Just as I remembered, this movie is timeless. The characters are wonderful, the story line gripping (yes I said gripping) and there is nothing more enjoyable to a Mom than hearing her children laugh out loud
    with true, pure enjoyment. A DVD worth including in your family library!

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  • Posted October 1, 2010

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    Hysterical

    Okay, so there's no point in writing this, but I'm going to anyway. I'm sure everyone in America has seen Toy Story by now. And if you happen to meet someone that hasn't, you might want to stear clear of them because they're probably some ex-convict who broke out of jail or something. I'm 26 and I just dusted Toy Story off and watched it last night. Even though I'm crazy about Pixar movies, I expected it to lull me to sleep since it was my bedtime. Well, truth be told, I couldn't sleep because I was laughing so hard. No one can deny that this movie is flat-out good. But funny is a tag that I never considered until last night. I was literally cracking up every 5 seconds. And there are some scenes where 4 different things, equally as funny, are going on at the same time. The humor is there, but most of it subtle. It's definately up there, comedy-wise with Anchorman and Dumb and Dumber. VERY funny movie, great characters, and spot-on perfect story. Can't wait for Part 3; I already read reviews expressing their amazement.

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  • Posted October 1, 2010

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    Toy Story 2

    INTO THE MINDS OF YOUR TOYS...AND BEYOND!

    INTO THE MINDS OF YOUR TOYS... AND BEYOND!
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    Posted 4/13/2010: I knew it! Toys DO come to life when you're not looking! The only other time I saw a toy come to life (on screen that is) was when I saw a Twilight Zone episode... remember Talking Tina anyone? Well maybe this movie wasn't that creepy...well it's not creepy at all...no, I take that back, Sid Phillips is pretty creepy. But before talking about Sid Phillips, let's rewind and give you a glimpse into this delightful, witty and absolutely fabulous computer-animated family film.

    Sheriff Woody, a cowboy pull-string doll, is Andy's favorite toy. Let's not forget to mention that Tom Hanks voices Woody...how awesome it that?! Other equally awesome toys include Mr. Potato Head (John Rickles), Rex (Wallace Shawn), Slinky Dog (Jim Varney), Hamm (John Ratzenberger), Bo Peep (Annie Potts), Sarge (R. Lee Ermey), and finally Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen)!

    When Buzz Lightyear, the new toy in town...errr..I mean "in the room" makes his debut, he sets Woody into a blazing jealousy fit. Not only does Andy start playing with Buzz more than Woody, but all the other toys start to admire Buzz... just a bit more than Woody. Woody decides to take the matter into his own plastic hands and tries to get rid of Buzz, actually he just wants Buzz to get stuck ..out of reach behind some furniture. But Woody's plan goes way out of control and now he's on a quest to bring Buzz back home to Andy. They better make it back soon because Andy's moving away in a couple of days! I don't want to spoil it, but Woody and Buzz end up in the hands of Sid Phillips, Andy's sociopathic next-door neighbor who tortures toys for fun! Oh no! How will they ever escape this torture chamber?! Watch and see...

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  • Posted October 1, 2010

    INTO THE MINDS OF YOUR TOYS... AND BEYOND!

    I knew it! Toys DO come to life when your not looking! The only other time I saw a toy come to life (on screen that is) was when I saw a Twilight Zone episode... remember Talking Tina anyone? Well maybe this movie wasn't that creepy...well it's not creepy at all...no, I take that back, Sid Phillips is pretty creepy. But before talking about Sid Phillips, let's rewind and give you a glimpse into this delightful, witty and absolutely fabulous computer-animated family film.

    Sheriff Woody, a cowboy pull-string doll, is Andy's favorite toy. Let's not forget to mention that Tom Hanks voices Woody...how awesome it that?! Other equally awesome toys include Mr. Potato Head (John Rickles), Rex (Wallace Shawn), Slinky Dog (Jim Varney), Hamm (John Ratzenberger), Bo Peep (Annie Potts), Sarge (R. Lee Ermey), and finally Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen)!

    When Buzz Lightyear, the new toy in town...errr..I mean "in the room" makes his debut, he sets Woody into a blazing jealousy fit. Not only does Andy start playing with Buzz more than Woody, but all the other toys start to admire Buzz... just a bit more than Woody. Woody decides to take the matter into his own plastic hands and tries to get rid of Buzz, actually he just wants Buzz to get stuck ..out of reach behind some furniture. But Woody's plan goes way out of control and now he's on a quest to bring Buzz back home to Andy. They better make it back soon because Andy's moving away in a couple of days! I don't want to spoil it, but Woody and Buzz end up in the hands of Sid Phillips, Andy's sociopathic next-door neighbor who tortures toys for fun! Oh no! How will they ever escape this torture chamber?! Watch and see...

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  • Posted October 1, 2010

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    10 Years Old - Good As Ever

    It's hard to believe this animated story is 10 years old! It's just a wonderful example that good things stand the test of time. Woody and Buzz, an unlikely pair, are loyal toys to their little boy. Plenty of action and emotion in this DVD for all ages.

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  • Posted October 1, 2010

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    Good Movie!

    I watched this as a kid growing up and still like this movie. Great cartoon and great characters.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    People seem to love it but....

    I always found it incredibly boring. I haven't watched this movie in a while so I don't remember much of it, but I thinnk it's about a Cowboy named Woody trying to find his owner by the help of other toys. I always found his futile attempts so annoying. I never found this movie funny but it's jus there to me the movie doesn't stand out as a must buy to me, it's one of those things you would watch on Disney Channel when bored.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    A reviewer

    A really great film.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    I so super love this movie!!!!

    I really like this movie because ever since I was a little kid I have enjoyed watching it. It is a good kids movie baecuse it is fun for kids to watch, but it also has a few jokes for adults to enjoy. The movie also has good morals that it teaches kids like not to be afraid of change and it teaches forgiveness. This is an awesome movie for kids and adults and I would definately recommend it!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    SUPER DOOPER!!

    I love this movie ever sence i was a little kid i have always found this movie interesting. This is a great children movie which is a lot of fun and you can never stop laughing. Woody is a little cowboy toy who runs the house and one day they get a visitor, its Buzz lightyear and he is a space ranger. throughout the movie buzz and woody become close friends. this is one of the greatest children movies i have ever seen and i would recommend this movie to all children that love toys.

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    The BEST Pixar movie on the planet!!!!!!!

    LOVE THIS MOVIE!!!!! Basically the best Pixar movie ever made, next to Finding Nemo. It's the best movie ever!!!!

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  • Anonymous

    Posted October 1, 2010

    The Best Of The Best!

    A fantsastic movie for humans and toys of all ages. This movie shows a side of toys that you've never seen before. The toys are not much different from you and I. Filled with comedy and fun that will have you jumping out of your seat and bursting with laughter. Definetly worth the price.

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