Films Where Toys Come to Life

Description: A young boy discovers a magical cupboard that brings his toy figures to life, exploring themes of responsibility and friendship.

Fact: The film was based on a children's book by Lynne Reid Banks. The cast includes a young Jonathan Lipnicki.

Description: The film that started it all, where toys come alive when humans aren't looking, exploring themes of friendship and growing up.

Fact: It was the first feature-length film to be entirely made with CGI. Tom Hanks was the first choice for the voice of Woody.

Description: While not strictly about toys, Pinocchio's journey from a wooden puppet to a real boy captures the essence of toys coming to life.

Fact: The film was directed by Steve Barron, who also directed "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles." It features a young Jonathan Taylor Thomas as the voice of Pinocchio.

Description: Continuing the adventures of Woody and Buzz, this film delves deeper into the emotional lives of toys and their owners.

Fact: Originally intended as a direct-to-video release, it was upgraded to a theatrical release due to its quality. The film was nearly lost due to a computer error.

Description: A group of toys equipped with military technology come to life, leading to a battle between good and evil toys.

Fact: The film was originally conceived as a sequel to "Gremlins." The toys were designed by Stan Winston, famous for his work on "Jurassic Park."

Description: As Andy prepares for college, his toys face new challenges and find new meaning in their existence.

Fact: It was the first animated film to be nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards. The film's ending was changed after audience reactions to an early version.

Description: An ordinary Lego minifigure embarks on an extraordinary adventure, highlighting the creativity and imagination behind Lego play.

Fact: The film features over 3,800 unique Lego pieces. It was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Song.

Description: Woody, Buzz, and the gang embark on a new adventure, exploring themes of identity and purpose in the life of toys.

Fact: It was initially thought to be the final film in the series. The character of Forky was inspired by a child's creation of a toy from everyday objects.

Description: A young girl discovers a magical world where toys and soldiers come to life, based on the classic tale.

Fact: The film was inspired by E.T.A. Hoffmann's "The Nutcracker and the Mouse King." It features a diverse cast including Keira Knightley and Morgan Freeman.

Description: A group of household appliances set out to find their owner, showcasing themes of loyalty and the value of old things.

Fact: The film was based on a novel by Thomas M. Disch. It was initially released direct-to-video in the UK.