Toy Story (1995)

Animation Adventure Family Comedy
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Led by Woody, Andy's toys live happily in his room until Andy's birthday brings Buzz Lightyear onto the scene. Afraid of losing his place in Andy's heart, Woody plots against Buzz. But when circumstances separate Buzz and Woody from their owner, the duo eventually learns to put aside their differences.

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Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)1
 Star Wars
Star Wars (1977)2
 The Wizard of Oz
The Wizard of Oz (1939)3
 Paper Moon
Paper Moon (1973)4
 The Shining
The Shining (1980)5

→ Influenced

Monsters, Inc.
Monsters, Inc. (2001)6
 Child's Play
Child's Play (2019)7
 The LEGO Movie
The LEGO Movie (2014)8
 Gnomeo & Juliet
Gnomeo & Juliet (2011)9
 Life-Size
Life-Size (2000)10

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Influenced By

  1. Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs (1937)
    "As the first full-length animated feature, "Snow White" demonstrated the potential of animation to tell deep, emotional stories, inspiring Pixar to pursue "Toy Story" as a feature-length animated film." The Three Brilliant Movies That Inspired Pixar Before Toy Story Eric Eisenberg Cinemablend
  2. Star Wars (1977)
    "Pixar's *Toy Story* features several nods to Star Wars. Buzz Lightyear's character mirrors elements of the Star Wars universe, including his rivalry with Emperor Zurg, who resembles Darth Vader. Additionally, the film includes direct references, such as Sid interrogating Woody about the "Rebel base," echoing scenes from *A New Hope*." 10 Great Movies Inspired By Star Wars Margaret Maurer ScreenRant
  3. The Wizard of Oz (1939)
    "The imaginative world-building and character dynamics in "The Wizard of Oz" served as a model for "Toy Story." Pixar's creative team, including John Lasseter and Andrew Stanton, studied this film to understand how to craft compelling stories despite technological limitations." The Three Brilliant Movies That Inspired Pixar Before Toy Story Eric Eisenberg Cinemablend
  4. Paper Moon (1973)
    "The character-driven storytelling of "Paper Moon" influenced Pixar's approach to developing rich, engaging characters in "Toy Story." Pete Docter, one of the key creatives, cited this film as a significant influence on his work." Pete Docter Wikipedia
  5. The Shining (1980)
    "While not a direct influence on the original "Toy Story," "The Shining" inspired several visual references and Easter eggs throughout the "Toy Story" franchise, showcasing Pixar's appreciation for classic cinema." 10 Times Pixar Referenced 'The Shining' In The 'Toy Story' Movies Ashley Amber Collider

Influenced

  1. Monsters, Inc. (2001)
    "The concept for "Monsters, Inc." was conceived during a 1994 lunch attended by key Pixar figures, including John Lasseter and Pete Docter, near the completion of "Toy Story." They aimed to tap into childlike notions similar to those explored in "Toy Story," leading to the creation of a film about monsters." Monsters%2C Inc. Wikipedia
  2. Child's Play (2019)
    "The marketing for this horror film included posters that alluded to "Toy Story 4," featuring Chucky brutally killing characters from the animated franchise. This suggests that "Toy Story" had a notable influence on the film's promotional strategy." Child%27s Play %282019 film%29 Wikipedia
  3. The LEGO Movie (2014)
    "This film explores the secret life of toys, a concept popularized by "Toy Story." It delves into the imaginative world of LEGO figures, bringing them to life in a manner reminiscent of how "Toy Story" animated traditional toys." 10 Best Movies Based On Classic Kids Toys Angelo Delos Trinos CBR
  4. Gnomeo & Juliet (2011)
    "This animated film features garden gnomes that come to life when humans aren't watching, a premise similar to "Toy Story's" portrayal of toys with secret lives." 10 Things To Watch If You Liked Toy Story Dan Peeke ScreenRant
  5. Life-Size (2000)
    "This film, starring Lindsay Lohan and Tyra Banks, features a young girl who accidentally brings her fashion doll to life. The movie is considered a didactic children's film that set the tone for doll-inspired movies and is perceived by many fans as "the first live-action Barbie movie" due to the similarities between the two dolls despite not having the rights to the official character." Life-Size Wikipedia