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Spoiler-free premise

Led by Woody, Andy's toys live happily in his room until Andy's birthday brings Buzz Lightyear onto the scene.

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Cowboy doll Woody enjoys his place as Andy's favorite toy until the boy receives Buzz Lightyear, who believes he is a real space ranger. Their rivalry intensifies after both toys are separated from Andy's room.

Why it belongs

In Toy Story, Pixar's technological breakthrough endures because toy-scale movement, character comedy, and Woody and Buzz's rivalry are emotionally exacting.

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Pixar's first feature-length computer animation pairs technological invention with meticulous character comedy: scale, texture, and toy-specific movement make the bedroom credible, while Woody and Buzz's competing identities give the adventure emotional shape.

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Academy Awards1 win1996 · official ceremony record ↗

Plus 1 additional win

No headline-category win to name

Totals include every recorded competitive win. Only Picture or top-film honors, Direction, Screenplay, and lead or supporting performances are named.

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Sight & Sound—IMDb Top 25078AFI 10099
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Great Cinema Master List scores

Greatness9.2
Engagement9.6
Ease9.6

English · G
Animated Feature
Mood: Funny & Lively