Toy Story That Time Forgot
Toy Story That Time Forgot
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What this film brings
Content barometer
Violence
2/5
Moderate
Fear
2/5
A few scenes
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
0/5
None
Narrative complexity
0/5
Simple
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
Toy Story That Time Forgot is a Pixar animated short film of approximately 22 minutes, set in the warm and familiar Toy Story universe, following Trixie the triceratops during a playdate at Bonnie's friend Mason's house. The sensitive elements revolve around a combat arena where the Battlesaurs, warrior action figures who do not yet know they are toys, force other toys to fight, under the authoritarian control of a villainous figure called the Cleric who attempts to dispose of Woody, Buzz, and Angel Kitty through an air vent. These tense scenes remain brief and stylized, with no graphic violence or visible injuries, and the overall tone stays light and adventurous, driven by the budding friendship between Trixie and Reptillus Maximus. Parents of very young children under 4 can reassure them by explaining that the toys cannot truly be hurt and that the story resolves in a positive and playful way.
Synopsis
During a post-Christmas play date, the gang find themselves in uncharted territory when the coolest set of action figures ever turn out to be dangerously delusional. It's all up to Trixie, the triceratops, if the gang hopes to return to Bonnie's room in this Toy Story That Time Forgot.
Difficult scenes
The Battlesaurs arena: upon arriving in the playroom, Bonnie's toys are captured and forced to participate in gladiator-style combat under the orders of the Cleric, a domineering and threatening antagonist. Woody and Buzz are taken prisoner and presented as opponents to be defeated. This sequence may startle younger children with its warlike atmosphere and combative vocabulary, even though no real injuries are shown. The Cleric attempts to eliminate Woody, Buzz, and Angel Kitty by having them thrown into an air vent, creating a moment of direct peril for beloved characters. The tension is real but brief, and is compounded by the Cleric manipulating Rex against his will using his robotic controls, forcing him to act against his friends. Children who are sensitive to betrayal or to their favorite characters being in danger may feel anxious during this scene. The revelation of toy status: Reptillus Maximus, confronted with his own toy packaging, realizes he is a toy and not a real warrior, reacting with anger and distress. This brief but emotionally charged scene touches on questions of identity and disillusionment in a way that may puzzle younger children, though it does not linger and resolves constructively.
Where to watch
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Availability checked on Apr 01, 2026
About this title
- Format
- Short film
- Year
- 2014
- Runtime
- 22m
- Countries
- United States of America
- Original language
- EN
- Directed by
- Steve Purcell
- Main cast
- Kristen Schaal, Kevin McKidd, Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Emily Hahn, Steve Purcell, R.C. Cope, Emma Hudak, Wallace Shawn, Jonathan Kydd
- Studios
- Pixar, Walt Disney Pictures
Content barometer
Violence
2/5
Moderate
Fear
2/5
A few scenes
Sexuality
0/5
None
Language
0/5
None
Narrative complexity
0/5
Simple
Adult themes
0/5
None
Expert review
Toy Story That Time Forgot is a Pixar animated short film of approximately 22 minutes, set in the warm and familiar Toy Story universe, following Trixie the triceratops during a playdate at Bonnie's friend Mason's house. The sensitive elements revolve around a combat arena where the Battlesaurs, warrior action figures who do not yet know they are toys, force other toys to fight, under the authoritarian control of a villainous figure called the Cleric who attempts to dispose of Woody, Buzz, and Angel Kitty through an air vent. These tense scenes remain brief and stylized, with no graphic violence or visible injuries, and the overall tone stays light and adventurous, driven by the budding friendship between Trixie and Reptillus Maximus. Parents of very young children under 4 can reassure them by explaining that the toys cannot truly be hurt and that the story resolves in a positive and playful way.
Synopsis
During a post-Christmas play date, the gang find themselves in uncharted territory when the coolest set of action figures ever turn out to be dangerously delusional. It's all up to Trixie, the triceratops, if the gang hopes to return to Bonnie's room in this Toy Story That Time Forgot.
Difficult scenes
The Battlesaurs arena: upon arriving in the playroom, Bonnie's toys are captured and forced to participate in gladiator-style combat under the orders of the Cleric, a domineering and threatening antagonist. Woody and Buzz are taken prisoner and presented as opponents to be defeated. This sequence may startle younger children with its warlike atmosphere and combative vocabulary, even though no real injuries are shown. The Cleric attempts to eliminate Woody, Buzz, and Angel Kitty by having them thrown into an air vent, creating a moment of direct peril for beloved characters. The tension is real but brief, and is compounded by the Cleric manipulating Rex against his will using his robotic controls, forcing him to act against his friends. Children who are sensitive to betrayal or to their favorite characters being in danger may feel anxious during this scene. The revelation of toy status: Reptillus Maximus, confronted with his own toy packaging, realizes he is a toy and not a real warrior, reacting with anger and distress. This brief but emotionally charged scene touches on questions of identity and disillusionment in a way that may puzzle younger children, though it does not linger and resolves constructively.