The Pixar Story (2007)
Kernel Score: 86% · 243 ratings
Genres: Documentary
Released: 2007-08-28
Runtime: 87 minutes
Where to watch The Pixar Story
- Stream: Disney+
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
A look at the first years of Pixar Animation Studios - from the success of "Toy Story" and Pixar's promotion of talented people, to the building of its East Bay campus, the company's relationship with Disney, and its remarkable initial string of eight hits. The contributions of John Lasseter, Ed Catmull and Steve Jobs are profiled. The decline of two-dimensional animation is chronicled as three-dimensional animation rises. Hard work and creativity seem to share the screen in equal proportions.
The Pixar Story parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that The Pixar Story is a family-friendly documentary about the history of Pixar Animation Studios.
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Director
Leslie Iwerks
Cast
- Stacy Keach as Narrator (voice)
- Edwin Catmull as Self
- Steve Jobs as Self
- John Lasseter as Self
- William Reeves as Self
- Joe Ranft as Self - Heimlich/ Lenny
- George Lucas as Self
- Pete Docter as Self
- Andrew Stanton as Self - Seagulls
- Lee Unkrich as Self
The Pixar Story FAQ
Is The Pixar Story good?
The Pixar Story has an 86% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 243 audience ratings.
Where can I watch The Pixar Story?
In the US you can stream The Pixar Story on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is The Pixar Story OK for kids?
Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that The Pixar Story is a family-friendly documentary about the history of Pixar Animation Studios.
What movies are like The Pixar Story?
If you liked The Pixar Story, try Making Squid Game: The Challenge, Money Heist: The Phenomenon, Black Adam: Saviour or Destroyer? and Jodorowsky's Dune.