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Toy Story

FamilyComedyAnimationAdventure
3+G8.6 / 10
1995·1h 21m·John Lasseter·Pixar· Script read & verified

A heartwarming animated adventure about toys that come to life when their owner isn't around. The story follows Woody, a cowboy doll who faces challenges...

Fine for kids to watch alone

Heads Up for Parents

The underlying premise hints at toy anxiety about being replaced, which may prompt questions from children about their own toys


What's In It

Violence
Very Mild
Language
None
Scary
Very Mild
Romance
Very Mild
Substances
None
Stimulation
Very Mild

Cultural & Values Guide

Values & Themes
Traditional family values

The entire emotional core revolves around toys' loyalty and devotion to their child Andy, with belonging to a loving family as the ultimate purpose that drives every character's motivation throughout the film.


Family Takeaways

What it gets right

  • Shows imaginative play as Woody helps Andy create elaborate cowboy scenarios
  • Demonstrates leadership and community care through Woody organizing toy meetings

Screenplay

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Awards: Special Achievement Academy Award for John Lasseter; Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture (Musical or Comedy)

Cast:Tom HanksTim AllenDon RicklesJim VarneyWallace Shawn