Toy Story 2 (1999)
Kernel Score: 87% · 14,707 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Animation, Comedy, Family
Released: 1999-10-30
Runtime: 92 minutes
Is Toy Story 2 worth watching?
Must-watch. A sequel that's as good as the original, with Woody kidnapped by a toy collector. It's funny and fast, and has a real emotional heart in Jessie's song.
Watch it if you
- loved the first Toy Story
- want a family film with real feeling
- enjoy rescue adventures
Skip it if you
- haven't seen the first film
- want something very new
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Toy Story 2
- Stream: Disney+, Hulu
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Andy heads off to Cowboy Camp, leaving his toys to their own devices. Things shift into high gear when an obsessive toy collector named Al McWhiggen, owner of Al's Toy Barn kidnaps Woody. Andy's toys mount a daring rescue mission, Buzz Lightyear meets his match and Woody has to decide where he and his heart truly belong.
Toy Story 2 parents' guide: all ages
Parents need to know that this G-rated animated sequel is wholesome family fun with only mild cartoon peril.
- Violence & scariness: A little — Very mild cartoon peril involving a villain and a rescue; nothing frightening or graphic.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Toy Story 2
If you liked Toy Story 2, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Toy Story (1995) — 96%: The original, which you should see first
- Toy Story 3 (2010) — 93%: The emotional third film
- Monsters, Inc. (2001) — 89%: Another great Pixar comedy with real heart
- The Incredibles (2004) — 85%: Clever family adventure
- Ratatouille (2007) — 89%: Pixar at its funniest and most charming
- Toy Story 4 (2019) — 84%: The fourth film in the series
Director
Cast
- Tom Hanks as Woody (voice)
- Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear (voice)
- Joan Cusack as Jessie (voice)
- Kelsey Grammer as Prospector (voice)
- Don Rickles as Mr. Potato Head (voice)
- Jim Varney as Slinky Dog (voice)
- Wallace Shawn as Rex (voice)
- John Ratzenberger as Hamm (voice)
- Annie Potts as Bo Peep (voice)
- Wayne Knight as Al McWhiggin (voice)
Toy Story 2 FAQ
Is Toy Story 2 worth watching?
Must-watch. A sequel that's as good as the original, with Woody kidnapped by a toy collector. It's funny and fast, and has a real emotional heart in Jessie's song.
Where can I watch Toy Story 2?
In the US you can stream Toy Story 2 on Disney+ and Hulu and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Toy Story 2 OK for kids?
Toy Story 2 is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that this G-rated animated sequel is wholesome family fun with only mild cartoon peril.
What movies are like Toy Story 2?
If you liked Toy Story 2, try Toy Story, Toy Story 3, Monsters, Inc. and The Incredibles.