The original Toy Story (1995) owes much of its charm and emotional impact to its exceptional voice cast, who helped define the personalities of the beloved characters. Tom Hanks brought sincerity, humor, and emotional depth to Woody, making the pull-string cowboy feel like a genuine friend. Tim Allen delivered a standout performance as Buzz Lightyear, capturing both the space ranger’s heroic confidence and his hilarious misunderstanding of reality. Their dynamic set the tone for the film’s heart

Thirty years ago, Woody, Buzz and the gang took us to infinity…and beyond! 🚀✨ In this AFI Archive clip from 2008, watch Brad Garrett share why TOY STORY still reigns as one of the greatest animated films of all time. Who is your favorite character from the Pixar classic? Help to protect these memories by supporting the AFI Archive today at AFI.com/donate.#AFIArchive #AFI100 #MovieAnniversary #FilmHistory #ToyStory #BradGarrett | American Film Institute