Toy Story That Time Forgot
  • Network: ABC
  • Series Premiere Date: Dec 2, 2014
Metascore
81

Universal acclaim - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8

Critic Reviews

  1. The A.V. Club
    Reviewed by: Erik Adams
    Dec 2, 2014
    100
    Toy Story That Time Forgot attests to the strengths of this fictional universe by relying on its deep bench of supporting players.... Schaal’s capacity for wonder enlivens a plot that harkens back to the first Toy Story.
  2. TV Guide Magazine
    Reviewed by: Matt Roush
    Dec 2, 2014
    90
    An instant delight that is sure to be a favorite perennial for years to come.
  3. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Stephan Lee
    Nov 26, 2014
    83
    The extended action sequences leave less time for the franchise's signature adult-friendly heart and wit, but there's are still some great sight gags and winking references. [5 Dec 2014, p.76]
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  5. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Robert Lloyd
    Dec 2, 2014
    80
    [Writer/director/voice of Cleric] Steve Purcell's comic timing is splendid, as is his staging of the action scenes.
  6. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
    Reviewed by: Rob Owen
    Dec 1, 2014
    80
    Three years may seem like a long wait for the next “Toy Story” film but if the Disney-Pixar bosses want to fill the gap by turning loose the imaginations of their team on entertaining, wildly creative shorts like Toy Story that Time Forgot, fans will surely approve.
  7. Variety
    Reviewed by: Brian Lowry
    Dec 1, 2014
    80
    Toy Story That Time Forgot--which will be paired with the perennial “A Charlie Brown Christmas”--actually fulfills that time-honored tradition of delivering genuine family fare around the holidays.
  8. Hitfix
    Reviewed by: Alan Sepinwall
    Dec 2, 2014
    75
    It's still fun, still sweet, and still a pleasure to hear Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Wallace Shawn and the gang voice these characters, but.... Toy Story That Time Forgot on the whole is a story that could have been told in half the time and been twice as effective.
  9. New York Daily News
    Reviewed by: David Hinckley
    Dec 2, 2014
    60
    Because of the short-form length, this Toy Story doesn’t have the barrage of witty asides and pop culture fun that we’ve seen in the movies.

Awards & Rankings

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#27 Best TV Season of 2014

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User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 29 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 29
  3. Negative: 2 out of 29
  1. HaithamB
    Dec 3, 2014
    7
    I actually like the "Toy Story of Terror" short better. This one feels pointless in a glamorous way, it is entertaining and does pay homage toI actually like the "Toy Story of Terror" short better. This one feels pointless in a glamorous way, it is entertaining and does pay homage to the classical trilogy.… Full Review »
  2. TheQuietGamer
    Dec 2, 2014
    9
    The toys you know and love are back for another holiday special. Their Christmas gift to us is a tale filled with humor and heartwarmingThe toys you know and love are back for another holiday special. Their Christmas gift to us is a tale filled with humor and heartwarming moments. There's even some impressive action scenes to boot.

    I cannot begin to praise the animation enough. These new plastic action figures look amazing in motion. Every character literally looks like a toys come to life. The detail is stunning whether it be fur, plastic, or stuffing.

    It's an absolute delight of a Christmas special. One that will please Toy Story fans of any ages. So grab your family and gather around the TV. Toy Story is back. My total score for this special is a 9.3/10.    … Full Review »
  3. DanBurrito
    Sep 12, 2015
    10
    If you're nervous about the idea of a TS4, watch this. It totally justifies making another one. TSTTF is an instant classic (coming fromIf you're nervous about the idea of a TS4, watch this. It totally justifies making another one. TSTTF is an instant classic (coming from someone who thinks that the term "instant classic" doesn't really work). It makes fun of this generations obsession with electronics and adds the characters of the Battlesaurs (Toy dinosaurs with Buzz Lightyear complex-I.e, they don't know they're toys.) the Battlesuars we're cool characters, and this special is a welcome entry to the groundbreaking Toy Story franchise. It can be rewatched again and again!… Full Review »
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