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Toy Story 2

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Woody (Tom Hanks) is stolen from his home by toy dealer Al McWhiggin (Wayne Knight), leaving Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) and the rest of the gang to try to rescue him. But when Woody discovers that he's actually a valuable collectible from a once-popular television show called "Woody's Roundup" and is reunited with his horse Bullseye, Jessie the yodeling cowgirl (Joan Cusack) and his faithful sidekick, Stinky Pete the Prospector (Kelsey Grammer), he doesn't want to leave.
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Critics Consensus

The rare sequel that arguably improves on its predecessor, Toy Story 2 uses inventive storytelling, gorgeous animation, and a talented cast to deliver another rich moviegoing experience for all ages.

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Steven Rosen Denver Post 08/06/2012
3/4
Toy 2 is colorful and funny, and the computer-animation from Pixar Animation Studios creates a convincingly detailed environment for the toys. Go to Full Review Paul Clinton (CNN.com) CNN.com 08/06/2012
Toy Story 2 is a brilliant example of that rarest of Hollywood phenomena a sequel to a major hit film thats as good, if not better, than the original. Go to Full Review Nick Schager Time Out 08/06/2012
Pixar's 1995 Toy Story and its superlative 1999 sequel ushered in the supremacy of computer-generated animation. Go to Full Review Justin Brown Medium Popcorn Dec 4
4/5
I very much enjoyed this, especially since this was the first time I had ever seen it. No notes! Go to Full Review Brandon Collins Medium Popcorn Dec 4
4/5
This is a fun, quirky sequel that really holds up. The voice performances were fantastic and the storylines were hilarious and heartfelt. Go to Full Review Grant Hermanns Screen Rant 11/20/2024
10/10
Even as the franchise continues to grow, Toy Story 2 remains a prime example of a rare sequel that improves on its already excellent original. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Maj B @Minegraphocs 2d It used so much sgi and a lot of characters have greenscrening lines left! See more Sam @SamColacito 5d My Rotten Tomatoes score: 🍅 See more mirage Z. @miragezero 6d this is by far my favorite toy story movie, it has great character development, great story and i love the new characters plus the comedy aspect is still on point. See more Jens B @Jens97 Feb 8 The technological advancements are impressive (shadows, reflections, and refractions can now be depicted more realistically), and I'm looking forward to the fur effects in "Monsters, Inc." (The dog's fur in "Toy Story 2" is simply a pattern on otherwise smooth skin). The story and characters are fun and heartwarming, and many of the gags still land perfectly. What bothers me is that Woody holds the group together, stands up for everyone, etc.—only to then suddenly have himself shipped off to Japan?! This central conflict of the film felt completely unmotivated to me. However, "Toy Story 2" is so good that it hardly matters. See more K G Jan 30 The Best One Yet of "Toy Story". In this, we get introduced to more characters, such as Barbie, Jessie (my favourite out of the franchise) & Bullseye. Even the characters get to see their origin stories. Woody was the star of an old TV show, "Woody & the Round-up Gang". We even learn about Jessie's backstory in the "When She Loved Me" montage. This all suggests that even toys should not get left behind. I want to get into the identity dilemma: there is another Buzz Lightyear toy in Al's Toy Barn tried to trap away the original Buzz Lightyear. Then I liked when he said to his enemy: YOU KILLED ME FATHER! But he turns out to be his father (like "Star Wars: the Empire Strikes Back") & they play as father & son. No Toy left behind whether fine or damaged & you will have a friend in you. See more Chase P @Chase264 Jan 18 I love this movie so much on Blu-ray and it is a must see and perfect family Thriller and comedy! See more Read all reviews
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Ash Brannon

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John Lasseter

Director

Lee Unkrich

Director

Tom Hanks

Woody

Tim Allen

Buzz Lightyear

Joan Cusack

Jessie

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Movie Info

Synopsis Woody (Tom Hanks) is stolen from his home by toy dealer Al McWhiggin (Wayne Knight), leaving Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) and the rest of the gang to try to rescue him. But when Woody discovers that he's actually a valuable collectible from a once-popular television show called "Woody's Roundup" and is reunited with his horse Bullseye, Jessie the yodeling cowgirl (Joan Cusack) and his faithful sidekick, Stinky Pete the Prospector (Kelsey Grammer), he doesn't want to leave.
Director
Ash Brannon, John Lasseter, Lee Unkrich
Producer
Karen Robert Jackson, Helene Plotkin
Screenwriter
John Lasseter, Pete Docter, Ash Brannon, Andrew Stanton, Andrew Stanton, Rita Hsiao, Doug Chamberlain, Chris Webb
Distributor
Walt Disney Pictures
Production Co
Pixar Animation Studios, Walt Disney Pictures
Rating
G
Genre
Kids & Family, Comedy, Adventure, Fantasy, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 24, 1999, Wide
Rerelease Date (Theaters)
Oct 2, 2009
Release Date (Streaming)
Jan 1, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA)
$245.9M
Runtime
1h 32m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, Dolby Stereo, Surround, SDDS, DTS, Dolby EX, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Digital Projection, Flat (1.85:1)
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