Summary

• Woody's iconic quotes from the Toy Story franchise highlight his journey as a kind and caring cowboy, facing challenges and learning about being a good toy.
• Woody's friendship with Buzz is a touching bond that grows throughout the movies, reminding Woody of his important role in Andy's life.
• Woody's evolution in Toy Story 4 shows his struggle to adapt to a new child and a changing dynamic, highlighting his layered heroism and friendship.

Pixar films have created some unforgettable characters over the years, but Woody from Toy Story is like the most iconic and there are a number of memorable Woody quotes that back that up. Woody has taken audiences on an amazing journey through the Toy Story franchise as they fell in love with the kind and caring cowboy. Each of the four movies saw Woody face challenges, meet new friends, and learn a little more about what it is to be a good toy. The standout Woody quotes from these movies highlight that journey.

While Woody's future in the Toy Story franchise is somewhat unclear at this point, he has left behind so many amazing memories from those films. He has had moments of jealousy, bravery, and friendship along with his evolution with the kids he has had in this life. With Tom Hanks' amazing voice performance and the iconic character design, Woody became a layered hero and friend. From his more ridiculous moments to his sweetest moments, Woody remains a hero worth revisiting through his best quotes.

"Besides, When It All Ends I’ll Have Old Buzz Lightyear To Keep Me Company - For Infinity and Beyond."

Toy Story 2

Despite the fact that they didn't initially get along at all in the first movie, Toy Story 2 finds Woody and Buzz as the best of friends. Their bond is a very touching one as Buzz heads out to save Woody once he is taken from Andy's and helps remind him of the important role he plays in Andy's life. In the end, Woody and Buzz are together again in Andy's room looking at an uncertain future as they know that Andy will grow older and be less interested in even his favorite toys. However, Woody is at least comforted that, while he may eventually lose Andy, his friendship with Buzz is just as important.

"You're My Favorite Deputy."

Toy Story

Another one of Woody's great catchphrases from his pull string feature has the cowboy proclaiming "You're my favorite deputy." It is another charming cowboy saying that fits well with the toy. But the fact that Andy can pull it and have Woody say this to him cements the unbreakable bond between these two. It is also a bittersweet quote for Woody as he loves Andy so much but can never actually talk to him. This catchphrase allows him to express even a little bit of that feeling.

“I Was Made To Help a Child. I Don’t Remember It Being This Hard.”

Toy Story 4

After seeing Woody as such a key part of Andy's life in the first three movies, it is hard to see where he ends up in Toy Story 4. While his new kid Bonnie is a sweet and caring child who loves playing with her toys, she just doesn't have the same attachment to Woody. Also, as much as Woody still takes it upon himself to be there for Bonnie, he finds it is just not as easy as it was with Andy. It is an interesting change for the character and sets up a surprising new chapter for him.

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"I Got Out Once."

Toy Story 3

Though all Toy Story movies are great, there are many fans who feel the third one is the best of the franchise. Indeed, the movie does make for a touching and smart animated story, but it is also a thrilling prison break movie at the center of it. When Buzz and the others find themselves trapped in the twisted Sunnyside Daycare, it is up to Woody to break them out. After first making a break, Woody returns for his friends. One of the trapped toys warns that Sunnyside is inescapable, but Woody points out, "I got out once." Though Woody's Roundup may be a fake show, Woody does possess that heroic cowboy quality.

"This Is The Perfect Time To Panic!"

Toy Story

Woody takes a leadership role among the toys in Andy's room. While the other toys are constantly in a state of worry, Woody puts on a calm and brave face even if he is anxious himself. So when that calm and collected persona gradually falls apart with the arrival of Buzz, it is pretty funny to watch. After he and Buzz find themselves lost outside of Andy's house, Buzz is the stable one while Woody totally embraces his panic.

"What Chance Does A Toy Like Me Have Against A Buzz Lightyear Action Figure?"

Toy Story

Pixar has a real talent for telling stories about extraordinary things, like toys coming to life, but finding something very human and relatable at the center of it. For Toy Story, the audience can recognize Woody's feelings of inadequacy and envy when Buzz seems to become the new favorite toy. Though they are constantly feuding throughout the movie, this moment of vulnerability from Woody when he admits his worries about losing Andy helps cement his friendship with Buzz.

"Being There For A Child Is The Most Noble Thing A Toy Can Do."

Toy Story 2

Throughout the franchise, Woody goes to extraordinary lengths to be there for his child. And while his ego in getting replaced plays some role in his motivations, his real determination is that he sees it as his job to be there for Andy. When Buzz learns he is a toy and feels his existence is now meaningless, Woody is the one who ensures him that bringing joy to a kid is the greatest purpose he could have. It explains a lot about his personality and is also interesting to consider given his decision in Toy Story 4.

"Ride Like The Wind Bullseye!"

Toy Story 2

Just like Buzz Lightyear the toy was inspired by a movie within the Toy Story universe, Woody came from a popular show called Woody's Roundup. Woody himself discovers this in Toy Story 2 and sees the larger legacy he is a part of. He quickly takes to that role as the heroic cowboy and even adopts his own catchphrase from the show, shouting "Ride like the wind, Bullseye!" when jumping into the saddle of his trusty horse. If Buzz can get his own spinoff, maybe Woody's Roundup will get a movie someday as well.

"Oh, Great. If Anyone Attacks We Can Blink Em' To Death."

Toy Story

While Buzz is a more impressive toy when he first arrives, he is also totally delusional in thinking that he is a real space ranger. Since no other toy seems to have a problem with this, it becomes a terrific part of the comedic dynamic between Woody and Buzz. When they find themselves trapped in Sid's room with his creepy toys, Buzz ensures Woody that he'll set his laser from stun to kill. Woody is not reassured, however, given that the laser is just a lightbulb.

"There's A Snake In My Boots!"

Toy Story

Along with being a dashing cowboy toy, Woody comes with a pull string that allows him to share some of his memorable catchphrases. But clearly, the most memorable of his catchphrases has to be "There's a snake in my boots". It seems like such a random phrase to include with this toy but it's funny nonetheless. The phrase also points to the fact that Woody is a bit of an outdated toy which adds to his insecurities when a new, cooler toy comes around.

"Has Everybody Picked A Moving Buddy?"

Toy Story

It could be argued that Buzz is actually the better leader in Toy Story, but it is a role that Woody takes on with all his heart. The audience sees this early on in the first movie as the toys prepare for the upcoming move. During a meeting with all the toys, Woody asks if everyone has chosen their moving buddy for the upcoming trip. While they all mock the idea, Woody is adamant that he doesn't want to see anyone get left behind. The moment shows him as a natural authority figure in the room which hurts all the more when Buzz's arrival takes some of that from him.

"The Word I'm Searching For - I Can't Say, Because There's Preschool Toys Present."

Toy Story

When Woody and Buzz first meet, it's safe to say they do not start out as friends. Woody fears that this new spaceman toy will take his place as Andy's favorite. He only hates Buzz more by Buzz's insistence that he isn't a toy. After Woody continues to call Buzz a toy, Buzz tells him the word he's searching for is "space ranger." Woody snaps back

"The word I'm searching for I can't say because there are preschool toys present."

Part of what makes this such a great line is how much it stands out. The film is aimed at children and there aren't any swear words used throughout, so Woody's suggestion that he was about to use some hammer home the way he's feeling about Buzz at the time.

"So Play Nice."

Toy Story

Perhaps the most unsettling villain in the Toy Story franchise is Sid, the young boy who lives next door to Andy's house and enjoys destroying toys. Of course, it's not long before Woody and Buzz find themselves trapped at Sid's house. As Sid gets ready to destroy Buzz, Woody enacts a plan for revenge. He organizes all the toys to come alive and come after Sid which terrifies the young boy. Finally, Woody comes alive to tell Sid to respect his toys, giving Sid a good scare. The quote works so well because it's a fitting way to get revenge on Sid.

"I Can't Stop Andy From Growing Up. But I Wouldn't Miss It For The World."

Toy Story 2

Despite being Andy's favorite toy, Woody has to deal with the fact that Andy will grow up someday and that his own future is uncertain. In Toy Story 2, Woody discovers he is a collector's item and a valuable toy. Woody is given the opportunity to go to a toy museum and be admired for years to come instead of waiting until Andy is tired of playing with toys. However, Woody realizes he still wants to see Andy grow up, even if it's only for a little while longer.

"And That Box Gets Taken Away..."

Toy Story 4

Toy Story 4 opens with a flashback to show what happened to Bo Peep before Toy Story 3 and the day she was given away. Woody makes an attempt to save Bo from the donation box but she insists it is her time to leave. She then suggests that toys get misplaced in boxes all the time, hinting for Woody coming with her. For a brief moment, Woody considers leaving Andy to be with Bo. Woddy is always trying to do what's best for others, so it is interesting to see him consider his own happiness for once. It also proves that what's best for Andy and Woody doesn't work out for everyone else.

"We'll Always Be There For Him."

Toy Story 3

In Toy Story 3, Woody and the other toys are faced with Andy going to college. Once again, while the others panic about what will come next, Woody remains the voice of reason and calm. He assures the other toys that this is not the end. They will go up into the attic and be there for Andy whenever he needs them. This is the perfect example of Woody's outlook as a toy. He sees it as his job to put the needs of the child above everything else, but over time, he realizes he can move on.

"You Are A Child's Play Thing!"

Toy Story

One of the reasons the character of Woody works so well is the performance by Tom Hanks. Though it is just a voice performance, Hanks injects so much heart and humor into the role and makes Woody a character that audiences can love and laugh with even when he's wrong. As Woody continues to lose his mind over Buzz, he finally confronts his rival with an outrageous rant. He screams

"You. Are. A. Toy! You aren't the real Buzz Lightyear, you're an action figure! You are a child's plaything!"

"That Wasn't Flying. That Was Falling With Style."

Toy Story

To make Woody's relationship with Buzz all the more difficult at the beginning, all the other toys seem to be very impressed with the spaceman. They don't even seem to mind that he doesn't know he's a toy. But when Buzz suggests he really can fly, it's too much for Woody. He challenges Buzz to fly around the room and, thanks to a lot of luck, Buzz actually does it. As the toys heap praise on Buzz, Woody tries to persuade them that it's all a hoax. He yells "That wasn't flying. That was falling with style." It's a look at Woody's own hurt ego.

"...And Beyond."

Toy Story 4

Toy Story 4 finds Woody faced with a new dilemma as he doesn't know what his purpose is with his new kid Bonnie. While on a family road trip, Woody finds his long-lost love Bo Peep and in the end, he decides it's time to pursue his own path and be with Bo. Woody shares a final goodbye with Buzz and the two old friends part ways. As Buzz watches Woody fade out of sight, he says, "To Infinity" and Woody responds "And beyond." A bittersweet end that promises their friendship will continue regardless.

"So Long... Partner"

Toy Story 3

Toy Story 3 may not have been the end of the franchise, but it was the end of a bug chapter. With Andy going away to college, the toys all wonder what will become of them. In the end, Andy donates them all to a new kid Bonnie and they find a happy new home. Though he was meant to go off to college with Andy, Woody decides his time with Andy is over. As Andy drives out of sight, Woody watches him go and says a final goodbye to his best friend. However, there is always the possibility of Andy returning for Toy Story 5.

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  Toy Story

  Summary:

  A cowboy doll is profoundly threatened and jealous when a new spaceman figure supplants him as top toy in a boy's room.

  Release Date:

  1995-11-22

  Budget:

  $30 million

  Cast:

  Tom Hanks, Don Rickles, Annie Potts, Tim Allen, Jim Varney

  Director:

  John Lasseter

  Distributor :

  Buena Vista Pictures

  Franchise:

  Toy Story

  Genres:

  Animation, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Fantasy

  Website:

  https://toystory.disney.com/toy-story

  Producer:

  Ralph Guggenheim, Bonnie Arnold

  Production Company:

  Pixar Animation Studios, Walt Disney Pictures

  Rating:

  G

  Runtime:

  81 minutes

  Sequel:

  Toy Story 2, Toy Story 4, Toy Story 3

  Writers:

  Joss Whedon, Alec Sokolow, Joel Cohen, Andrew Stanton

  Main Genre:

  Animation