1 Great for kids & adults too!!!
We just recently pulled this out of our collection of movies to let our 2yr old watch...we could not get her away from front of the television. Since we just got Buzz & Woody in McDonalds happy meals...now she knows who they are.
This is a great movie and so enjoyable to watch.
2 Amazing
Toy Story is an original story about toys who are actually alive and have thoughts and feelings of their own. With voice overs by Tim Allen and Tom Hanks to give the animation its character this movie becomes more than just another animation film. It becomes a part of our own entertainment of what it could be like if we were toys. A must see for anyone of any age.
3 IT SET THE STANDARD, FOR ANIMATED FILMS!
This is without a doubt, the best animated film, there is!
I saw this classic in the movie theater, with my 5 year old,
and we both loved it! Finding Nemo, and Shrek, were really
good, but don't compare to this one. I'de like to buy Toy
Story on dvd, but you have to buy, Toy Story 2 with it, and
it's $60.00, and not even in widescreen format! Oh well, I'll
have to watch it on the vhs tape I have for now.
4 Must have for children of all ages....
Sheriff Woody (Hanks) is in charge of Andy's room. All the toys are preparing for the Big Move to a new house, making sure everyone has a moving buddy and no one gets left behind. They're a pretty copacetic bunch.
Until......
Andy has an early birthday party and guess who comes to live in Andy's room and usurp Woody's place? Yes, it's Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) the latest space toy.
Woody, of course, is jealous and the other toys used to Woody's supremacy aren't feeling too much pity. When Woody accidentally gets Buzz knocked over into the yard of the sociopath kid next door, he's got to do a daring rescue--and he's got to rescue Buzz before Moving Day and they're both left behind.
"Toy Story's" great animation, music, and fun for all ages. This is one to keep in your collection and watch over and over when you need a laugh.
5 woody
toy story is one of the best moves in the world and one of the bet songs in the world is in the move is you got a frind in me
najy
6 A Cute Movie
This was a good movie with very memorable characters. The story talked about so many different subjects, especially friendship. There were also little parts here and there that were quite entertaining. The story seems original, and the animation is of good quality. I found Sid to be a very interesting "villain" in this movie, being somewhat of a troubled kid with a love of destroying toys.
Overall, I'd say this is a fantastic family movie, and a good movie if you like Pixar animation, although it made me strangely gentle with my toys.
7 great
I recieved my video 5 days after I placed my order but it would have been here sooner as there was a holiday. I am very pleased as is my 2 year old son. The tape was clean and played perfectly. I will order this way again and highly recommend this method to all my family and friends. Thank you very much.
8 Movie 5 Stars, Disney No Stars
Along with it's sequel, this is one of the few decent movies put out by Disney in a long time. Why do they leave it out of print and lose money? By the time it's back in print my kids will probably have outgrown it and I won't buy it then! The vast majority of Disney, since Walt passed on, is utter garbage. Almost all of the old stuff (before the evil Michael Eisner took over) is excellent and family friendly. Recent Disney movies have been full of New Age and PC crap. A good book that exposes the new Disney empire is "Disney: The Mouse Betrayed."
9 Watch it again and again
This is one of the best pixar movies. It's fun, entertaining, and usally out of stock for that matter! It beats Finding Nemo which was funny, but had kids calling clownfishes Nemo at the aquarium. This movie is about a group of talking toys who have to move with thier owner, Andy, andwhen Andy gets a new toy, Buzz lightyear, Woody gets jealous. He ends up having to team up with Buzz to go get o n the moving truck to not be left behind!
10 What Toys do When People aren't around
One of the greatest techinological achievements made one of of the greatest animated films in cinema history and one of the greatest films all around,the first ever computer animated film. Disney and Pixar's 1st and best triumph,featuring the voice talents of Don Rickles,John Ratzenberger,Jim Varney,Annie Potts and of course, the film's duo Woody,the vetren and Buzz,the rookie.Voiced by Tom Hanks and Tim Allen.The imaginative story of a talking Cowboy doll named Woody owned by a boy named Andy and who leads a group of other toys.Woody has been Andy's favorite since kindergarten,but not for long, Andy recieves the coolest toy ever, a flashy space ranger named Buzz Lightyear,who doesn't even know hes a toy. Woody and Buzz will soon face a big challenge after they accidentally get outside into the world, they go from rivals to partners in getting away from toy torturing punk kid Sid and they soon get away from Sid and back to Andy as best buddies.One of the best films of the 20th century and the best of 1995.Brilliant,incredible,wonderous to behold,toys coming alive: an imaginative idea. lovable characters,two super big thumbs up,way up,incredible animation,these are the toys we want to play with at any age. A brilliant film that would make children wonder if their toys are really coming to life. I saw this classic gem twice in November 1995 and it seems only yesterday. If you have never seen this film, then you been missin out on a great film for all ages. If you have seen it and then you should see the other Pixar films and finally bring home Rex,Mr.Potato-Head,Hamm,Bo Peep,Green Army Man,Slinky and story's leading toys Woody and Buzz in One of the most imaginative and brilliant films of all time.
11 A TOY ADVENTURE!!!!
I LIKED THIS CARTOON IT WAS PRETY GOOD. MY NIECE HAS THIS MOVIE AND I HAD WATCHED IT WITH HER WHEN IT WAS RELEASED ON VIDEO. I LIKED WOODY AND BUZZ LIGHTYEAR. THIS WAS A GOOD CARTOON ADVENTURE. IF YO LIKE WALT DISNEY ENTERTAINMENT THEN THEREFORE I WOULD RECOMMEND THAT YOU BUY THIS VIDEO BECAUSE YOU WOULD ENJOY IT.
12 Toy Story
1995's "Toy Story" was the first feature length film generated entirely by computers, and Pixar's first dive into theatrical films. The movie opens as young Andy turns 7. The undisputed leader of Andy's toys, a 50's cowboy doll named Woody (Tom Hanks), finds himself challenged by the new toy on the block, "space ranger" Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen). When Woody's plan to get rid of Buzz backfires, the two find themselves lost in the suburbs. Woody and Buzz relize they have to work together to get back to Andy's, and they eventually become the best of friends. The humor and animation is terrific, and a great start for Pixar. This lead to several other successes, such as A Bug's Life and Finding Nemo.
Now on to "the vaults". Disney is trying to squeeze every last penny out of the cash cow, and have the two Toy Story films under lock and key, no doubt so they can sell millions of "Special Editions" in five years. Once again, Disney appalls me with their unmatched corperate greed. In conclusion, Toy Story is an excellent film and a true must-see.
13 Original and fun for the whole family!
This movie took me by storm when I saw it back in the summer of 1995 at the theatres and let me tell you, this movie is still one of the best computer animated movies of all time. In fact this movie shattered new grounds back in 1995 by not using drawing cel animation and instead this movie is the first of an unbroken chain of computer generated animated movies that has continued to date with "Finding Nemo".
The plot is absolutely joyful and stunningly original. The story revolves around the quiet family home of a quiet town where a boy owns numerous toys with his toddler sister. The toys however, are almost like beings of their own and are 'living' as well but stop 'moving' when the boy comes back into his room. However, a cowboy named Tim is the most popular 'toy' in the boys bedroom and is kept by the pillow almost every night until on his birthday, he gets a fancy astronaut toy named Buzz Lightyear who has many 'gizmos' and in time takes over the toy cowboys place as the most popular toy and Tim gets enormously jealous of this. However, after a botched attempt to remove Buzz, the cowboy himself along with Buzz end up in the hands of a punk teenager who takes joy in blowing up toys with firecrackers and or other means like burning, breaking, or smashing them and/or even taking them apart and re-assembling their parts to create 'mutant' toys and now the clock is ticking for Tim and Buzz to escape from the boys house before they end up being blown to molecules.
This movie is absolutely fun and original even by 1995 standards. The computer generated special effects are innovative and unbelievable especially considereing the fact that this movie came out nearly a whole decade ago. The whole tone of the movie is just fun and charming and is for the entire family. Not only that but this was what put the then newcomers Pixas right into the front seat of movie animation and would be the start of an unbroken streak of excellent movies from this dynamite team.
14 Computer animation wow. 16th april 2004.
The toys are great, the graphics and scenery is too. The collectables are boys mostly but the film is ace for anyone. The 3D toys look real, the colors are excellent[like finding nemo]. The talking toys are all friends, and they live with their owner andy.
15 Hit Me With Another One!
Give me another Toy Story and while your at it lets go for a 5th. Wow lets see...Tom Hanks and Tim Alan...Pixar and Disney...Go get it or miss out!
16 "This isn't flying, this is falling with style."
Animation took a bold step forward with John Lasseter's "Toy Story." For the first time in cinematic history, a feature-length animated film was completely generated by computer - and the results were spectacular. Thanks to the fertile imagination of the Pixar animators, Woody and Buzz have become beloved staples in the pop culture landscape.
Andy's birthday arrives and he receives a number of gifts. One toy in particular becomes the center of attention in the household - a doll of a space ranger named Buzz Lightyear (voiced by Tim Allen). Buzz's arrival upsets the social order of Andy's other toys as he displaces a cowboy doll named Woody (voiced by Tom Hanks) as Andy's favorite toy. Jealous of his new rival, Woody schemes to get back into his owner's good graces but matters get out of hand when he causes Buzz to fall into the clutches of a sadistic neighbor. Trying to make amends for his error in judgment, Woody attempts to rescue Buzz before Andy and his family leave for their new home.
"Toy Story" is dazzling to look at. The level of detail in every frame of this film is nothing short of astonishing. Yet, what makes "Toy Story" truly special is its clever script. The dialogue is sharp from start to finish and the situations the characters find themselves in are wonderfully amusing. The voice work is also strong across the board as Allen, Hanks, Don Rickles, Jim Varney, Wallace Shawn, John Ratzenberger, and Annie Potts all distinguish themselves. The greatest triumph of "Toy Story" though is its ability to appeal both to youngsters and adults. The characters will keep the kids smiling while the nostalgia generated by the Andy's affection for his beloved toys will remind grown-ups of the similar love they held toward their own playthings. Kudos to Pixar for putting together such an important and entertaining film.
17 By Far the Best Pixar!
My kids and I have seen this film numerous times. It never gets boring. Great characters, story, voices, animation, etc. with a lot of laughs and good musical soundtrack.
18 DVD Review
Toy story is the first animated feature and one the best animated film of any kind. Disney's discontinued single dvd features great picture and sound. I don't know if all this disney sending films back to the vault is a scam for later release. I guess the film is also availbe with toy story 2 with a bonus disc, because frankly there aren't any bonuses on this disc. This single disc of the film can still be found in some stores, but it keeps on getting harder to find it. It looks like amazon still has some too.
Toy story proved to the world the art that could be created from cg animation. Unfortunatley integration of cgi into live action and animation continues to be sketchy at best. Even big films like lotr has many obviously fake shots. On the other hand animations that rely on soley cg graphics are extremely effective, got to love finding nemo. Really only humans come across as unrealistic in toy story and animation has continued to do a better job in that category. The film is a wonder of anyone who remembers a childhood filled with a wide variety of toys. Toy story's fantasy world of toys come to life is so effective because the toys are based on real children's toys. The film's best scenes make use of the practical abilities of the toys. So much charming humor resonates from these scenes. Like spirited away the fantasy world is totally realistic in its own terms and visually a wonder. Toy story has one up on spirited away because it has a strong narrative due to woody's jealousy of buzz. Sure the film shifts to a standard villian, but having woody as a flawed personality makes the character so much more alive. The sequel is good, but as i remember i liked the orginal better.
Picture quality on the dvd is flawless and beautiful. Presented in original aspect ratio 1:77:1, limited black bars for small tvs. Still i remember kiki's delivery service as the best looking dvd print, but toy story's is perfect, if maybe a little soft. Sound is magnificant wonderful bass and separation and extremely clean. A top above the call of duty sound track in 5.1.
Extras are a problem, i belive a three pack release had some stuff, but this one doesn't. Only pixar's early cgi tin toy short is included and its not that great.
Toy Story is a wonderful film for all ages that brings glory to cg animation and Disney's discontinued dvd is stunning in picture and sound, but lacks any extras of value.
Recommended to buy before they are gone or until we find out what disney plans to due with its stored catalogue.
19 EVERYONE SHOULD GET THIS ONE !
I THINK THIS MAY BE THE BEST ANIMATED FILM EVER ! EVERY ONE SHOULD HAVE A COPY OF THIS IN THEIR COLLECTION OF MOVIES. TOY STORY WILL ALWAYS BE SPECIAL IN OUR FAMILY. DON'T YOU REMEMBER THE ONE OR TWO BEST MOVIES FROM WHEN YOU WERE A KID? . WELL THIS IS AN ALL TIME FAVORITE FOR YOUNG AND OLD. A NEAT TREASURE TO PASS DOWN. GROUNDBREAKING WORK.
WOODY IS THE BEST !
20 A Real Classic.
This is the first of the Pixar films, and it remains the best. The movie is full of lovable characters, and full of wonderful lessons about friendship and trust that will delight all ages. Of all the computer-animated movies that have come out since this classic, this is with out a doubt the best.
21 Disney at Their Best
When my kids were younger, I used to go with them to the movies they wanted to see. I sat through a number of mediocre cartoon movies but, occassionally, I got to see a movie that we all really enjoyed. Tops in that category is "Toy Story". This movie is the ideal family movie because it can be enjoyed by every age group. Younger children seem to enjoy anything as long as it's a cartoon. Older children can pick up on the jealosies and competition. Adults will pick up on the subtle banter between the characters. Everyone will enjoy the humor and there's plenty of excitement and suspense as well. The art work is very good but the best part are the actors whose voices we hear. Robin Williams in "Alladin" sets a pretty high mark but the sum total of the quality of all the voice characterizations in "Toy Story" is probably a team record. From the beginning to the end the movie is entertaining. Thanks to Randy Newman, it even has good music as well. This is not a movie to rent, it is a movie to own.
22 5 Stars To Infinite and beyond!
Love this movie! It's cute and funny! Not only are the computer animated graphics brilliant, the story is creatively plotted out.
It's a warmhearted story about a boy named Andy whose favorite toy, Woody, feels suddenly left out when a new toy, Buzz Lightyear, "replaces" him. The relationship between Woody and Buzz goes from jealousy and hate, but once they're put in a situation where they are left to fend for themselves in order to survive, all that changes into learning how to accept each other for their differences and becoming friends. It definitely contains valuable lessons for children young and old, and maybe children will learn how to treat their toys better. In addition, I love a movie that can convey every emotion, from happy to sad to happy again... And "Toy Story" is it! I love this movie! And I'm sure that even if you're not into watching children movies or cartoons, you'll still enjoy what "Toy Story" has to offer. And if you enjoy "Toy Story", you'll also fall in love with "Monsters, Inc.", another Pixar creation. But be sure to check out "Toy Story" first!
23 Fantastic
I have seen the Toy Story movie over 300 times! I love the characters, the story line, the humor... Great for all ages!
24 Cute
This is the only way Tom Hanks has ever been made bearable to me.
25 One of the best movies from Disney-Pixar
I didn't like a lot of the Disney-Pixar movies that went to theatres after this until Monsters Inc renewed my faith in Disney-Pixar. And yes, Disney even makes thier own great animated movies all byt themselves like Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, Tarzan, The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Lilo & Stitch. Starting today a new Disney-Pixar movie opened named Finding Nemo, which I saw got 4 stars in the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Suntimes and Daily Southtown. I have two problems with ADisney, that most (if not all) there movies has either violence or scary scenes in the movie. And also Disney has thier new animated movies out for a limited time on video and dvd, then after a while, they take them out of stock for about 10 years, then may re-release them back into theatres, and maybe on the IMAX screen , and then again on video, and sometimes, making its debut on dvd, keep the re-relase version of it out for a few months, and then takes them out of stock again for about another 10 years. As the movie opens, Woody (Tom Hanks) is not worried about being replaced by his human owner Andy (John Morris XXX) and has a hard time convinceing the other toys, that they will not get replaced by Andy. Woody sends a group of toy soliders out with I guess a baby moditar, and to report in what inside the presents.
26 And What A Story !
Another great animated movie. It teaches fun lessons of life all children should know. They will treat their toys with respect after this film.
27 Genuinely deserves to be called a modern classic
On a technical level, Toy Story was a pioneer. It is much more than an impressive piece of animation, however. Toy Story is an exquisitely crafted tale that deals simply, yet brilliantly, with deeply human themes. The toys of Andy's room are forced by circumstance to deal with all the complexities of love and friendship--jealousy, fear, forgiveness, rejection, acceptance--and they do so in a charming way that will warm the hearts of children and grown-ups alike. There is something authentic about cowboy doll, Woody, whose toy-child relationship with Andy becomes threatened when new kid on the block, Buzz Lightyear, suddenly replaces him as favourite. There is something down-to-earth and believable about the vulnerability we see in the characters, and something beautifully real about the way these issues become resolved. It is a tale that will strike a chord with any of us.
Of course, this is also a very funny and exciting movie that entertains and delights, though what really draws me in is how all this becomes an education for us, as we are brought face-to-face with what it means to be human. Toy Story effectively integrates first-class storytelling--storytelling as it should be, that speaks to us, and resonates with us as human beings--with breathtakingly riotous fun and adventure.
28 Get this and order the Sequel too
An amazingly clever animated story that keeps my 2 yr old, interested from start to finish. You're child will love the animation and you will love seeing the creative ways your old childhood toys are used to create a great story. The sequel is equally good, get them both, you'll enjoy something new everytime you watch them.
29 disney classic
My children and I loved this movie. I thought it was very well animated. Disney is terrific in pleasing a child. This movie can easily keep a childs attention. My children watch it over and over again, even my 11 and 12 year old sons love it. It will make you laugh and might even make you cry. I think Disney gets better and better with their movies and this one is definately a must see!!
30 First full length computer animated movie
Toy story set the standard for all future computer animated stories. The story is simple is about a boy named Andy and his toys. When Andy leaves (or when no humans are around) the toys xcome to life). Andy's favorite toy is a cowboy doll named Woody.
Andy and his family are moving (probably getting away from the "kid from Hell" next door). Before the move Andy has a birthday party. Birthday parties and Christmas are a toys most trying time periods because they could be replaced by another toy. Andy gets a new Toy , a space toy called Buzz Lightyear. Buzz replaces Woody and Woody becomes Jelous. Buzz really thinks he is Buzz Lightyear. Well they end up getting lost together then eventually end up next door with Kid Evil named Sid. Sid is a child with serious issues. He takes his toys, and his sisters, and makes these creatures out of them. Buzz realizes that he really is a toy and not Buzz Lightyear. Woody tells Buzz thier is no greater honor in being a toy and making a child happy. They escape the house and how they did it is funny. The toys decide to come to life right before sid thus turning him into a basket case. Woody and Buzz then catches up with Andy and is family.
31 Hardly Disneyish at all.
I always told myself I preferred Toy Story 2, but when my sister finally got a copy of the first one, I sat down to watch it again - and was totally blown away. Toy Story 2 is just a fun movie, with action and humour and great graphics, but this is actually pretty angsty. Sid is one of the best villains I've ever seen (was I the only one who was cheering and punching the air in the confrontation scene?) and Woody's jealousy is really well portrayed, not dumbed down at all. The emotions and characters in the movie are complex and satisfying to watch (although it'd be nice to have a more central female character.) I can see the point of those people who complain about it being too scary for their kids - I'd say don't buy this for the under-fives unless your child is a horror junkie. My sister (who is five) still gets scared by the scenes in Sid's room and insists on someone watching the movie with her for that reason. However, overall this is one of my favourite kid movies and well worth a watch however old you are.
32 just wonderful!!!
Truth to say, I really didn't expect to like this feature. I never even saw it in its theatrical run. I finally saw this film when my best friend brought the video over and said "you'll love this movie!" DUH! Since that fateful night, I've watched this film dozens of times, and it's become one of my all-time favorites.
Now, first off, let's comment on how ground-breaking this film was when released. It was Disney's first foray into computer-animated film, and an undeniable gamble. With a strictly first-class voice cast (Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, etc.,) Disney could have wound up very red-faced if it flopped. With dialogue this well-written, animation this well-executed, voice acting this inspired, there was no way it could lose.
The basic gist of the film is this: Woody(Hanks), is the favorite toy of his owner, Andy. All is well in the world until Andy gets a new toy for his birthday, a Buzz Lightyear(Allen) doll, who doesn't realize he's a toy. Woody gets supremely jealous, then tries to off(!) Buzz, only to have to try to save him when the rest of the toys realize what happened. They form an alliance just get back to Andy's house before the family moves to a new home. During the ensuing adventures, Woody realizes he's at fault, Buzz realizes that he's a toy, and that they are becoming great friends. Oh yeah, and they get back to Andy, too.
There's a great feeling to this film, that of friendship, that pervades it to the end. There's an almost tangible feeling of heart to this film, and that is what makes it great. The transfer to DVD has left the film sparkling like a diamond, with crisp colr and defining contrasts. The sound is all you could want in a DVD release, also, and the really wonderful thing is the entire family will enjoy it and laugh and possibly cry some, too. What more could you want?
33 The Secret Lives of Toys Revealed
"Toy Story" is a modern fairy tale created with appropriately modern computer animation. Its snappy dialougue will appeal to adult viewers, the spectacle of fantastic toys coming to life will appeal to children, and adults may wax nostalgic about the toys they enjoyed as children, several of which are featured in this movie.
The story revolves around a cowboy doll named Woody, and his imminent replacement as the favorite toy of his owner, Andy, by Andy's new Buzz Lightyear doll, a multigadgeted gift that Andy receives for his birthday.
Tom Hanks'personality shines through in the persona of Woody, and Tim Allen's voice lends the right amount of charisma to Buzz.
In the process of forming an eventual friendship, the characters go through a lot of antagonism and a lot of other real human emotions. As they prepare for life in a new home, they are imperiled by the sadistic kid next door named Sid, into whose clutches they fall by accident.
It's entertaining to watch the toys interact with each other.
Buzz gradually learns that he is simply a child's plaything and not the noble space crusader he fancied himself to be in the beginning, and Woody learns to share his special place in Andy's heart. A great supporting cast including Annie Potts as Woody's sweetheart, Bo Peep, Don Rickles as Mr. Potato Head, Jim Varney as Slinky, Wallace Shawn as Rex, John Ratzenburger as Ham, and Laurie Metcalfe as Andy's mother help fuel this tale.
Seeing this innovative film made me want to buy dolls of Woody and Buzz as collector's items. But I am content with just a copy of this movie. The second installment of the "Toy Story" saga is an enhancement of the first one, and just like the first, nothing short of delightful.
34 Wonderful movie
An amazingly well written script for an animation film, the voice overs are fantastic and the technical aspects very wonderful to watch. This movie is a definite must have for any family collection. It is a real trick to make a movie that appeals to both young and old and this one does just that. A strong recommendation.
35 Toy Story....To Infinity And Beyond!
After seeing the preview for Toy Story on television, I could not wait to view Disney/Pixar's newest animation. Toy Story is the most innovative and technologically advanced cartoon movie I have ever seen. I was constantly intrigued by the detail and coloration of the characters and background. Every scene was filled with imaginative fun and adventure. Pixar effectively chose two wonderful actors for the voices of the main characters, Woody, an old-fashioned cowboy doll, and Buzz Lightyear, a high-tech space invader. Tom Hanks plays the voice of Woody while Tim Allen speaks for Buzz. Director John Lasseter creates a wonderful combination of a comical and adventurous plot. This movie is fantastic for all audiences and I recommend it to everyone.
36 Extremely Enjoyable!!!
This is a humourous story of a bunch of toys. They weren't anybody's toys but Andy's toys. How these toys loved being Andy's toys. Whenever there were occasions where Andy would certainly receive presents, these toys would send out representatives (the green toy soldiers-whom the other toys regarded as "professinals" for missions of such) with a toy walkie talkie (a wee bit too huge for these mini soldiers), to find out what kind of toys Andy receive. On Andy's birthday party, a toy spaceman (Buzz) was given to Andy. Since the arrival of Buzz, Woody's (a toy cowboy)position as Andy's favorite toy was threatened.
One day, Woody planned to get rid of Buzz. He managed to send Buzz flying out of Andy's bedroom window. When Andy couldn't find Buzz to accompany him in the car-trip, so he picked up Woody instead. In the bushes near the car where Buzz had fallen into frm Andy's window, Buzz spied Woody being taken into the car by Andy. He followed. The two toys ended up fighting at the bottom of the car when the family stopped at a petrol station. They were so emgrossed in squabbling that they did not realised that the car was getting to leave until it was too late.
There began their adventure of finding their way back home to Andy. They two rivals had to work together and plan a safe journey back.
This is truly a masterpiece! I haven't enjoyed watching a cartoon soooooooo... much in a long time. The animation is really beautiful! And all those lovable toys... and the cute three-eyed aliens!
Anyone will certainly enjoy this show!!!
37 An Instant Disney Classic
Toy Story is an amazing film that captured the heart of America in 1998. This film covers all the bases with humor, action and drama. The computer animation is incredible as we see toys from our childhood come to life and seem real. This film is a must for all Disney fans.
38 The best in family entertainment
Disney did a remarkable job bringing this movie to life for all generations to come. I have five children ages 8 to 7 months, and we all enjoy watching this movie every week. The story is original and touches the very soul of those who still have an imagination. Not only is the computer graphics terrific, but the very illusion that the characters seem alive. It's a wonderful movie.
39 Wonderful
It seems to me the movies/video's you think are going to be the most boring end up the ones you have to buy and watch over and over again. I thought this and Mulan were going to be as boring as watching grass grow but I found out that the pair of them equal my favourite Disney movies. Toy Story has a quality that you don't see to often in digital animation, being created like they are doesn't hide the storyline or the characters like many others do but instead enhance the video to give you smile that carried on right through the whole movie.
I loved Toy Story, I bought it for my sister but now it seems I watch it more than she does.
40 Disney and Pixar. What a concept brought to life.
Pixar is one of the most inovative companys(dealing only with 3-d graphics) teamed up with Disney in 1995 to make the movie Toy Story, one of the best children movies ever. This movie is going to be an instant classic, this is an adventure, its romantic, has drama,and is very supenceful. And the great thing about it is that it versitile, it a childs movie that an adult would want to watch too. Get this movie and watch it...alot.
41 "You're only a toy, a toy" -Woody
Toy Story to me was one of the greatest 3D animated movies that I've ever seen. Not only that, but I believe it delivered a great message to all the viewers. Well, at least if they did understand the concept and put it to work. The movie had a great plot and also a well written quest for all the characters to go through. The friendship that "Andy" and the toys had was incredible...that's why I say that it delivered a great message. Because for one thing, it demonstrated the bond between plastic or stuffed toy and humankind. The way "Andy" made the toys feel with that sence of belonging when he wrote his name in permanent ink to keep track that they were all his. Not just that, but the contrast that the creators made throughout the whole movie with the bad kid "Sid" and the wanted by all parents "Andy". What parent wouldn't want a kid like that? The creators gave it their all on this movie and they put forth the best to make us laugh in every scene possible! Like the part where "Rex", my favorite, tells the piggybank he came from Mattel. The fact is, most toys do. From Playschool and even Fisherprice...and that's just what the creators did, they made the best possible to bring it to real life. Above all, in my opinion, since the movie did bring back a kid in me as well as in many other people and adults, the movie brought out that even if the materialistic made be made from plastic and any other kind of material, the child and the toy will always have that special bond between them; the most incredible thing is, they probably always will. I believe we all should learn a bit from this too. Because in the end we all as humans later on the future and the futures to come we will all need that sence of attention and of belonging between each other. We don't want to feel like what Woody said, "You're only a toy, a toy". Or do we?
42 "You're only a toy" - Woody
This "toy" movie, I believe was one of the greatest animated movies made with "toys" enjoyed all over the nation. It had a great quest and a great plot filled with loads of funny scenes to laugh at. For example the one in which "Rex" tells the pigybank that he comes from Mattel after hearing "Buzz" saying he xcame from "somewhere in the galaxy...". Truth is many toys do come from Mattel, Fisherprice and Playschool. It was really great that the creators of this movie could incorporate this in thre movie. I believe the contrast was great between "Andy" and "Sid" and I believe it gave a great example to all kids and adults of the way to be abd the way not to be. All in all I can truly sat this movie was really innocent and it showed the unison and special bond that kids have between cute pieces of stuffing and plastic. This movie is one of my favorites for the fact that it gave me the chance to become a kid once again and because many of the adults were there once. But I guess my biggest thing that I learned from here is that I still believe that one day people will learn how to take care of others as humankind in this movie has taken care of and has had a great unison between plastic....
43 Couldn't have spawned a new era with a better movie
"Toy Story" was the first movie that featured animated 3D figures as its main characters instead of cartoons. Therefore, I didn't know what to expect out of the movie. It turned out to be a real good movie.
Woody has been Andy's favorite toy for a long time. That is, until Andy gets a new toy called Buzz Lightyear. Woody gets jealous of Buzz Lightyear because ever since Andy got it, he hasn't been paying nearly as much attention to Woody as he did before. Woody tries to put an end to Buzz Lightyear as a result, but Buzz and Woody must try to get along after Andy loses both of them. They have to find a way to find Andy and get back to their home.
"Toy Story" was definitely the best looking animated movie when it first came out and it's still one of the best even when you compare it to the other 3D ones such as "Antz" and "A Bug's Life." "Toy Story" was a revolutionary movie that spawned a new era when it comes to animated movies and there couldn't have been a better movie to start a new generation. Not only did it start the 3D animated era, it kept the same feel as most of the classic Disney movies by approaching the audience with a touch of comedy and a cool story. I recommend everybody to get "Toy Story" anytime. The other toys in the movie such as the Slinky Dog and Mr. Potato Head are just as cool as Woody and Buzz Lightyear.
44 Computer Animation at its best
Taking on the classic myth that your toys come to life when you leave the room, Disney's toy story is the rare animated movie that can be viewed with pleasure by anyone of any age. In this story Woody plays Andy's favriote and most cherished toy in the world. He is basically the boss of all the toys in the room. That is until Buzz comes in. Buzz Lightyear is the toy that everyone wants. He's an astornaut from outer space that fights aliens, saves lives, the whole deal. It dosen't really help that Woody and Buzz don't get along. Or that Buzz really thinks he's an astornaut from outerspace. But when Woody accidently pushed Buzz out of the window, his only choices are to go find him, or be attacked by the other toys. The two are launched into an amazing adventure that puts them to the test. Can they tolerate eachother enough to get back home to Andy? Rent this movie and see. If you like computer animation you'll love this one.
45 Extraordinary show!
I used to be a part time projectionist, and I was fortunate enough to show this movie on a 35mm print into a small screen 12' of a school gym. So I had the chance to see all the tech details of this production.... and wow! Some guy at Pixar must got the job just to microscope all the fine details before release. The story is also a fine piece of work. When is the DVD release Disney people? You know their a huge market out there!
46 The dawn of a new era in animated films
I'm an adult without children and I adored this film. I'm not typically a fan of animated movies, but this was far more than just CGI eye candy. Seeing the excellently 3D rendered characters is definitely a feast for the eyes, but you quickly forget that you are watching computer graphics and you get swept up in the story.
Toys who know that they are toys and live for the love that children have for them. This is a great film for children... morals of teamwork, loyalty and sacrifice are taught and there is a total absence of violence or other negative themes that plague so many films targeted for kids today.
As an adult, I find these characters absolutely adorable and the movie is just an overall entertaining experience. Many clever adult references throughout make the movie equally enjoyable for kids and their parents and the animation will captivate young viewers.
47 Awesome, interesting characters
Besides all the amazing animation and an great plot, Toy Story also has interesting characters that you actually can get into. Personally, I think the neighbor boy Sid is one of the best movie villians ever. The movie also has those some cool easy-to-miss allusions, like Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) pushing a Binford toolbox. This is not a truly inspiring movie, but it is nevertheless an entertaining, impressive masterpiece.
48 Possibly The Best Movie Ever Made!
Toy Story is not just an animation skeptacle, but also a wonderful movie. All of the characters are cute and Tom Hanks and Tim Allen's voices are wonderful. This movie came out when I was 8. Now I'm 13 and I still love it. It's disney's greatest animation film ever!
49 BEST MOVIE I EVER SAW!
This movie is the best movie in the world! the animation is perfect, the characters are hysterical, and the plot is superb! if you don't have this movie i am wondering why not because you have to get it. it is perfect for old people, little kids, and teenagers like me. go buy toy story today!
50 MY FAVORITE DISNEY MOVIE!
GREAT MOVIE.THE COMPUTER ANIMATED CHARACTERS JUST SEEMED SO REAL.IF YOU LIKE DISNEY MOVIES,SEE THIS
51 Great fun
Toy Story
This critically acclaimed computer-generated is a fun, witty romp, with both appeal to adults and children. The story and characters are simple, yet enjoyable, and the cutting-edge graphics are, on the whole, excellent. The only two slight flaws in this film are the graphics of the humans, who lack the polish of the toys, and the dull as dust score. Otherwise, great fun.
7 out of 10.
52 Animation with Character
Wow, now here's an animated film that is amazing on many fronts. The technological achievement in the computer generation is facinating. But best of all is the true character of the story. It's hillarious, fun, and intelligently witty. The story has elements of real issues (jealousy, guilt, love) synthesized in an entertaining film. And it's cute! I highly recommend this picture for both children and adults alike.
53 Groundbreaking!
A wonderful animated movie that will become a classic as the years go on. Hanks and Allen are perfectly cast in this film. The animation is incredible and yet the effects are not overwhelming. The story is warm hearted and the characters are fun to watch. The best part of this movie is that it can appeal to many age groups on different levels. It is fun to re-watch this movie and attempt to catch all of the inside jokes and puns. I'm glad that a sequel was released as this was one of the better things to come from Disney in a while.
54 A great movie for any age!
A very funny movie that I had to own so I immediately went out and bought it.
55 Watch it over and over to catch the details and the puns
Something for everyone. Me and my two kids (17 & 13) have watched this at least 10 times. The puns are fantastic... "Hey look! I'm Picasso".. "Uh, I don't get it" and Mr. Potatohead taking off his lips and... well, you need to watch it. You may even start using lingo like "gettin' kinda tense aren't ya?" in your daily conversation.
56 The Greatest!
Toy Story is the best animated movie I have ever seen! The writing and casting could not have been better! I have watched it tons of times and I have never become tired of it like other movies. I wish it was on DVD! Disney rules with TOY STORY!
57 The Cutiest Animated Movie
After I saw this movie it made me feel bad about giving away my toys
58 Where's the DVD?
Toy Story is one of my Top 3 films along with A Bug's Life and Toy Story 2. I can't believe Pixar/Disney hasn't released Toy Story on DVD yet. They would own Christmas if they did.
59 Es Increible, como ninguna otra!!!!!!!
Desde 1995, no he visto pelicula alguna de dibujos animados que la supere. La primera 100% hecha por computador, y la mejor. Aunque A Bug's Life es bastante buena, Toy Story es insuperable. Es para toda la familia, no solo para chicos, sino tambiŽn para grandes, podemos ver a muchos de nuestro juguetes en acci—n.
60 The Toy Story is a movie for every body to watch.
The Toy Story was a good movie with lots of excitement for the whole family.This movie got five stars because it didn't any voilence in the movie.This movie is a movie you cannot get tired of it is very funny and the action never ends. The director of this movie has shown very good work by making tis movie.The picture of the characters are very well computerized.The movie Toy Story was the best movie made in that year and deserves the support it can get and by looking at the picture you can tell that the producers spent alot of good time and effort on this movie.
61 The best animated movie ever!
The first all-computer-animated feature also gets my vote as the best animated movie of all time. The script is so clever and funny on multiple levels, and the pacing is wonderful. The voices are great, and the animation is beyond belief. With multiple viewings you start to notice things like the toys' reflections in the hardwood floors, reflections in Buzz's helmet, and the amazing accuracy of light and shadows. A neat example of this is a scene where Buzz and Woody are talking to each other in Sid's room as the sun is rising. Every few moments you see a bit more light on their faces. Incredible.
62 Astounding Animation and Amazing Storyline!
I've seen many animated movies where the plot goes nowhere; one would expect the same here because so much time was devoted to the animation. Not so. I've never seen such attention to detail--check out the scuff marks on the bedroom door. I've also never seen a movie that tells such a great tale. I was astonished by this movie while I was pregnant with my daughter, and now that she's into movies, I love that she's chosen Toy Story as her new favorite. Young and old will certainly enjoy this movie time and again--I know I have!
63 My most special movie I keep close to the heart.
The first time I saw this movie was in the theater. It totally blew my mind as one of the most technically advanced movies that actually had an outstanding plot and dialogue! I love all of the characters, especially Woody(Tom Hanks). Hanks has always been my favorite actor, and he did a wonderful job bringing the character to life (as did all the other outstanding cast-members!) Of course, I have endorsed many products over the years, and I love the soundtrack. Randy Newman, who wrote the songs, is now one of my favorite artists. You should check the movie and some of his albums out as well. This movie takes the imagination "To infinity... and beyond!"
64 A Must See for all ages (seriously)
Off course this film is an animated one and therefore most likely to be seen by kids. Being 23, I saw this film SIX times already. Woody (Tom Hanks) and Buzz (Tim Allen) are hilarious and very charming. The film consists of very mature jokes and scenes, very accessible for "grown-ups", while kids will enjoy this animation for its dynamic and its very understandable storyline.
Toys argueing about being favourite toy is what this film is all about, for all kids know. Parents and others, for one, will be amazed by the mature problems all characters suffer from.
You'll recognize the voice of Norman (Cheers) as well. Worth all its stars; definitely!!
65 Unforgettable impression, amazing!!!!!!
I saw this incredible movie in the theater, and got the cassette as it released. I could not stop talking about it. Now i am just speechless!!!!
66 Incredible animation!!
Was completely fascinated by the animation. Couldn't help wondering how in the world they did it. Just simply amazing.
67 A must see movie for kids 0-100 years old!
I have not found yet any other movie which my sons (ages 5 & 3) would prefer over Toy Story. As for myself, every time I enjoy it with them, I find some new detail I had not noticed before.
68 wonderful for kids of all ages, even mom and dad
Tom Hanks is hilarious as Woody. The story is about a group of toys that come to life in Andy's bedroom. Your kids will be captivated. I love to watch it with them.
69 Really fun movie!
I really like how they accounted for everything in this movie, right down to the reflections in Buz's helmet. Great job Disney and Pixar! My daughter will sit and watch this entire movie from start to finish and she's only 11 months old. This is the only movie that she'll watch like that.
70 Something for the adults as well as the kids
An excellent movie for both adults and kids to watch. there are several "adult" jokes in this movie, which makes it a treat to watch with the kids. the technology applied for this movie was ahead of it's time. A must see for every kid!
71 This will always be my personal favorite Disney movie!
I don't care much for T.V or Disney movies but I have to hand it to you, I have never seen such great animation and the script, some of those lines are hillarious. My favoriteis: "You are a sad strange little man, and you have my pitty. Farwell." I highly recomend this movie to everyone!
72 Great Plot and Animation!
I've seen this movie over and over again, and I never get tired of it! The animation and comradity of Buzz and Woody is priceless! If you don't own this video, be sure to run out and buy it! People of all ages will love it!
73 Great!
This is the best animated video ever. my youngsters have seen this video almost everyday for the past 24 months and still haven't got tired of it. I can't wait for TOY STORY2 to be available on video from amazon.com
74 This one is a classic
My son is almost 2 and we had just resently got this great movie, he has already watched about 20 times, no kidding. He asks for it by name of "Buzz Mama Buzz". I do not mind my child watching this movie over and over again because the whole family enjoys it and it is a good lesson in getting along. My son's favorite part is when "Buzz" is in breakdown point when he relizes he is just a toy, not a space ranger and Sid's little sister has him for tea, "Mrs. Nezbet" Jake laughs so hard when "Buzz" gets all disalutioned. It's a wounderful movie.
75 best film in my son's collection.
Toy Story has become a staple in our house. My young son cannot get enough of Buzz and Woody. I enjoy its wholesome quality. I never have to worry about what my son migt pick up from Toy Story.
76 One of the best animated movies in a long time.
The characters are great and they are really funny. In case some people have not seen it yet, I want to tell them what it's about. There's this cowboy named Woody, he was the loved toy of this boy(owner) named Andy. This toy of course could talk or else there would not be a story. But he was not the only toy, there were many other regular toys like Rex the dinosaur, Lenny the binocular(really cute), Mr.Potato Head, the Aliens(my faorite)etc. Woody was always played by Andy but on Andy's birthday, he got a so called space ranger. This space ranger was named Buzz Lightyear. He was then the liked one of the clan, all the toys thought he was cool even Andy. Woody was unhappy about this so he tried to get rid of him which kind of suceeded. Then had this whole adventure, and they(or Woody) found out that jealousy was not the key. So, they all became wonderful friends. If you really really really or just really like this movie, go out and get it. I thought this movie was perfect for all ages. I give it 5***** stars. Everything was perfect, the plot, the setting and the characters. The color was magnificant, they had many dark and right for the picture colors. They picked the right people to put the voices in the movie, and I also really like those people. Even thougth it was an animated flick used with a computer, I really felt all of it. I felt the characters and how they were suppose to be and the story. I love the lines of the characters, they said many funny things. Buzz Lightyear said, in the beginning when he came, when Woody was jealous of him "You are a sad, strange, little man. You have my pity. Farewell." Also when they were in the same scene, some characters said: Mr, Potato Head: How come you don't have a laser Woody? Woody: It's not a laser! It's a little light that blinks! Hamm:What's wrong with him? Mr. Potato Head: Laser envy. To conclude this, it's the bestest animated movie I have ever seen.
77 Excellent film in which the characters grow on you.
I place this video in the watch and watch again category. The characters literally grow on a small child to the point that it's watched again and again. In the video, the plot is such that children are both entertained and learn valuable lessons concerning friendship.
Challenges are made from character to character, and although each character portrays individual strengths, in the end they must form a team to accomplish the larger goal. This film, along with "Lion King" are the most the most complete films I've seen on the market.
