Disney Pixar is an American animation studio that produces animated feature films and shorts. The studio is a subsidiary of Walt Disney Pictures, and was founded in 1979 as the Graphics Group before it was acquired by Steve Jobs in 1986 and renamed Pixar Animation Studios. Pixar has released 23 feature films to date, which have collectively earned over $14 billion at the worldwide box office.
- Founded in 1979 as the Graphics Group
- Acquired by Steve Jobs in 1986 and renamed Pixar Animation Studios
- First feature film, Toy Story, released in 1995
- Disney purchases Pixar in 2006, but allows Pixar to continue operating as an independent studio
- Pixar has won numerous awards for its films, including 19 Academy Awards
American animation studio known for producing feature films, television programs, and online content. It was founded in 1994 as DreamWorks SKG and released its first animated feature film, Antz, in 1998.
American computer animation studio known for producing feature films, television specials, and short films. It was founded in 1987 and is a subsidiary of 20th Century Fox Animation.
American animation studio known for producing feature films, television series, and short films. It was founded in 2002 as the animation division of Sony Pictures Imageworks.
The first feature film produced by Pixar, Toy Story was released in 1995 and is widely considered a classic of the animation genre. The film follows the adventures of a group of toys who come to life when humans aren't around.
Finding Nemo was released in 2003 and tells the story of a clownfish named Marlin who sets out to find his son, who has been captured by divers. The film was a critical and commercial success, and won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
Released in 2004, The Incredibles is a superhero film that tells the story of a family of superheroes who are forced to hide their powers and live a normal life. The film was a critical and commercial success, and won two Academy Awards.
Inside Out was released in 2015 and explores the emotions of a young girl named Riley as she navigates a major life change. The film was praised for its innovative storytelling and emotional depth, and won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
Coco was released in 2017 and tells the story of a young boy who dreams of becoming a musician, despite his family's long-standing ban on music. The film was a critical and commercial success, and won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature.
Toy Story, which was released in 1995, was the first feature film produced by Pixar.
As of 2021, Pixar has released 23 feature films.
Yes, Disney purchased Pixar in 2006. However, Pixar continues to operate as an independent studio.
Pixar was founded by Ed Catmull, Alvy Ray Smith, and Steve Jobs.
As of 2021, the highest-grossing Pixar film is Incredibles 2, which has earned over $1.2 billion worldwide.