Toy Story 2 (Film)

Toy Story 2 is an American computer-animated feature film produced by Pixar Animation Studios and distributed by Walt Disney Pictures. Directed by John Lasseter, the film is the sequel to the 1995 film Toy Story. This production continues the story of toys coming to life when humans are not around.

When Andy goes on a cowboy camp trip for vacation, his toys are left alone at home. During this time, Woody is kidnapped by Al McWhiggin, a toy collector and antique dealer who specializes in rare toy collections. Woody discovers that he is part of a collection from an old television show called Woody’s Roundup. The collection also includes Jessie, a cowgirl doll, Bullseye, a horse, and Stinky Pete, a prospector figure. Woody is forced to choose between staying with his new friends and being sent to a museum or returning to Andy. Meanwhile, Woody’s toy friends led by Buzz Lightyear embark on a mission to rescue him.

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• Tom Hanks – Woody
• Tim Allen – Buzz Lightyear
• Joan Cusack – Jessie
• Kelsey Grammer – Stinky Pete
• Don Rickles – Mr. Potato Head
• Jim Varney – Slinky
• Wallace Shawn – Rex
• John Ratzenberger – Hamm
• Annie Potts – Bo Peep

Originally planned as a direct-to-video release, Toy Story 2 was upgraded to a theatrical film due to the high priority assigned to the project by Pixar’s management. During production, Pixar’s digital animation technology was further advanced.

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Upon its release in 1999, the film achieved major international success. Produced with a budget of approximately $90 million, it earned around $497 million worldwide. This performance was regarded as a sign of the commercial viability of animated films.

• Golden Globe Awards (2000): Won Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy
• Grammy Awards: Randy Newman nominated for Best Song for “When She Loved Me”
• Academy Awards: Nominated for Best Original Song (“When She Loved Me”)