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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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

Toy 2 is colorful and funny, and the computer-animation from Pixar Animation Studios creates a convincingly detailed environment for the toys.

Rated: 3/4

Aug 6, 2012

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Paul Clinton (CNN.com)

CNN.com

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.

Aug 6, 2012

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Nick Schager

Time Out

Pixar's 1995 Toy Story and its superlative 1999 sequel ushered in the supremacy of computer-generated animation.

Aug 6, 2012

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Brian Eggert

Deep Focus Review

Toy Story 2 sends audiences into an unforgettable world that may be made of plastics, but it nevertheless exudes significant emotion and crackles with comical wit.

Rated: 3.5/4

Aug 18, 2023

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Cory Woodroof

615 Film

It’s a masterpiece, as all the TS movies are, one full of stark wisdom, deep heart and manic whimsy.

Jul 6, 2022

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Sean Axmaker

Stream on Demand

... actually livelier and funnier than the original "Toy Story," filled with clever pop culture in-jokes and spirited parodies for the grown-ups as it explores issues of identity and loyalty among toys.

Apr 26, 2022

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Aidan B The perfect sequel to an already near perfect movie, "Toy Story 2" manages to improve on its predecessor and deliver one of the most entertaining and one of the best animated movies of all time. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/25/24 Full Review Miro P Another Pixar classic, "Toy Story 2" builds upon the story of the first movie in every way. The animation is pretty good for a 90s movie, and the plot is very well rounded. The prospector is a great villain, and Jessie is another great addition to the movie. Woody having a tough choice between his friends and immortality was something I was not expecting from what I originally thought to be an easy-going kids movie like the first. This movie delivers in every aspect and is a film I would 100% recommend. This is an easy 5/5. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/25/24 Full Review Liam J a great sequel that was able make me smile and watch it over and over again Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/24/24 Full Review Pillow R Toy Story 2 is better than the first movie. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 05/16/24 Full Review Carter C Definitely a major upgrade over the first film. The animation and story improved quite a bit and the characters, voice acting, and humor stayed the same great way it was. I really liked the references the movie made to other popular movie franchises and bigger screen time for the supporting characters from the last movie. Pixar has done it again! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/14/24 Full Review John T. H In my opinion this is the 2nd greatest movie of all time! Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/12/24 Full Review Read all reviews

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Ash Brannon Director John Lasseter Director Lee Unkrich Director Tom Hanks Woody Tim Allen Buzz Lightyear Joan Cusack Jessie

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(L-R) Woody and Wheezy in Disney's "Toy Story 2."

Woody in Disney's "Toy Story 2."

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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: Walt Disney Pictures, Pixar Animation Studios
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)