Pixar’s Toy Story 2 was made at the studio’s early Point Richmond, California base, and became a beloved theatrical sequel.
Where was Toy Story 2 made?
Toy Story 2 is a computer-animated Pixar film, created at the studio’s early base in Point Richmond, California. It began as a smaller project before growing into a full theatrical sequel.
How Toy Story 2 was made
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The studio – Point Richmond
Pixar made the film at its original Point Richmond, California studio.
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Computer animation
It was among the first films mastered entirely in digital form.
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Directed by John Lasseter
Lasseter and his team rebuilt the film into a full theatrical release.
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A rescue adventure
Woody is stolen by a collector, and the toys set out to bring him home.
Where you can go instead
There is no set to visit, but the film is a landmark in Pixar’s rise – the studio that started in Point Richmond, California.
Toy Story 2 Fun Facts
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A Pixar film It was Pixar’s third feature.
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Made in California It was created at Pixar’s Point Richmond studio.
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A digital landmark It was among the first films mastered entirely digitally.
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From small to big It grew from a modest project into a theatrical release.
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Jessie joins Joan Cusack voices the cowgirl Jessie alongside Tom Hanks and Tim Allen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Was Toy Story 2 filmed on location?
No – it is fully computer-animated at Pixar.
Is Toy Story 2 set in a real place?
No – it plays out in homes, a toy store and an airport, all animated.
Who directed Toy Story 2?
John Lasseter.
Can you visit anywhere connected to Toy Story 2?
Not a set – but it marks Pixar’s early rise.
When was Toy Story 2 released?
1999.
