For nearly 40 years decades, Pixar has delivered some of the most beloved animated films of all time. Because they revere the CGI film studio so much, audiences have a close connection with certain Pixar films, and may even associate their favorite movies with their individual personalities.
The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) offers psychological insight into different human personality types, and it's fun to use the MBTI personality profiles to gain insight not only into people but even works of art. Pixar movies, for example, each have a distinct and colorful "personality" of their own. From Toy Story to Monsters Inc., each Pixar film may have fans who gravitate toward it based on their MBTI type.
ISTJ - The Incredibles (2004)
Before they returned to prominence later in the film, the Parr family hides their superhero abilities from the world. Despite this, they still have a strong sense of right and wrong that corresponds with the ISTJ personality type.
The Incredibles is all about the past, and ISTJs rely heavily on their past experiences to guide them. Conversely, ISTJs can be judgmental which makes them good enforcers of the law, but that judgment can also lead them to be shortsighted.
ISFJ - Soul (2020)
Many of Soul's most thought-provoking quotes reflect its similarity to the ISFJ personality type. Joe makes for a great school teacher, but he does so at the negligence of his own ambitions of becoming a professional jazz musician.
ISFJs more often than not neglect their own wants and desires, and that can lead them to merely serve others instead of themselves. But, they are also extremely practical which allows them to overcome those shortcomings if given the chance.
INFJ - Brave (2012)
Breaking with tradition isn't usually the style of the INFJ, but they nevertheless strikingly resemble Merida's struggles in Brave. The would-be princess has a deep respect for herself, and therefore doesn't appreciate being betrothed without her consent.
INFJs experience emotions deeply, and usually wish to explore the world and their relationships from that angle. They hold their own values in high regard, and those values are usually derived from a deep sense of appreciation for what is true and good in the world--namely true love.
INTJ - Up (2009)
On the surface, Carl of Up seems like a stereotypical grumpy old man. However, his personal life experience tends to suggest he is actually more of an INTJ personality, and the prickliness comes as a natural side-effect.
One of the more rare types, the INTJ's analytical mind tends to eschew the emotions of others in favor of a goal. Carl stands firm in his convictions, and is actually quite logical throughout his harrowing adventure. Like a lot of INTJs, it takes someone like Russel to soften his heart.
ISTP - Finding Nemo (2003)
The relationship between Marlon and his son Nemo is the crux of the film, and the titular character is a quintessential ISTP personality. The more Marlon tries to shield him from the outside world, the more Nemo wishes to rebel.
ISTPs are driven by their curiosity for new things, and as was shown in Finding Nemo, they can sometimes take unnecessary risks to avoid being held down. Nemo's compulsiveness took him on a life changing journey, but it was also very dangerous as well.
ISFP - Ratatouille (2007)
Generally considered one of Pixar's best films of all time, Ratatouille is the embodiment of a typical ISFP type. Remy seeks the beauty of the world through cooking, but he doesn't want to make himself the center of attention when working.
By assisting Linguini, Remy fulfills both of his basic ISFP needs by expressing his art and helping someone at the same time. Finally, Remy's quest for beauty is also driven by practicality, which makes the culinary world a perfect spot for him.
INFP - A Bug's Life (1998)
Despite the fact that A Bug's Life is one of the oldest Pixar films, it is one of the most re-watchable Pixard films as well. Flick exists in a world that values order, and his INFP personality causes him to clash with them at almost every turn.
He is a creative force, and loves exploring new ways to do things, but that drive can also cause him to overlook important small details as well. INFPs do well in mediator positions, and Flick serves as the perfect liaison between his colony and the traveling bug circus.
INTP - Coco (2017)
Though Miguel's love of music may make him seem like one of the extroverted personality types, he actually more closely conforms to the INTP type. Coco shows that he lives in a somewhat restrictive environment, and his curiosity is often met with roadblocks.
Because of this, his INTP impatience leads him to find the answers he seeks, even if he has to do things the wrong way. He isn't satisfied with the status quo and constantly needs to know why something is, instead of just accepting things at face value.
ESTP - Cars (2006)
Lightning McQueen's ESTP personality served him well as a professional racer, and his drive for excellence helped him succeed. However, as it was shown in Cars, it also makes him a very difficult person to deal with.
He looks down on the people of Radiator Springs, and it takes a fair amount of convincing to get him to like them. On the flip side, the strength of his ESTP personality is that when they are motivated to succeed, nothing can get in the way of victory.
ESFP - Finding Dory (2016)
When she debuted in Finding Nemo, Dory quickly became one of Pixar's funniest characters. When she starred in her own feature film, Finding Dory, fans with the ESFP personality type finally had a hero to root for.
The ESFP is determined to help, and is quite intuitive with the emotions of others. However, as with Dory, they can also be quite immature and short sighted as well. Despite this shortsightedness, ESFPs can usually be very detail oriented which often surprises others.
ENFP - Monsters University (2013)
The down-and-out fraternity of Monsters University has a fighting spirit, and a welcoming air that lines up well with an ENFP personality. Though they are the outcasts, they are outcasts together, and use their collective brainpower to win the day.
ENFPs are extremely creative types, and love to solve problems using unorthodox methods. Most importantly, ENFPs never want to see a comrade left behind, and will do whatever it takes to foster a kind environment for their friends.
ENTP - The Incredibles 2 (2018)
Though it took a long time to arrive, The Incredibles 2 was a perfect followup to its predecessor in many ways. The Parr family's quest to gain acceptance finds them grappling with public perception, and they step into their roles as ENTP personalities.
The personality sometimes referred to as the debater, the ENTP often approaches that name from a figurative sense as well as a literal one. With public perception still firmly against superheroes, the Parr family must not only be heroic, but they must cleverly persuade the world at large to accept them.
ESTJ - Inside Out (2015)
Most Pixar films are visual representations of emotional themes, but Inside Out took that idea quite literally. Riley finds her life changed by a sudden move, and her internal emotions are thrown completely out of whack because her ESTJ personality won't let her accept the change.
The film was stuffed with details that only became evident upon re-watching, and it provided further clues into Riley's thought process. ESTJs crave control above all else, and when that control is challenged, it is quite difficult for them.
ESFJ - Toy Story (1995)
Woody is the de facto leader of Andy's toys, and the positive reaction he often receives from his community fulfills his ESFJ needs. However, the arrival of Buzz Lightyear also causes the worst aspects of his personality to come to the forefront as well.
The ESFJ can often be seen as controlling, and Buzz Lightyear certainly threw a wrench in Woody's spot amongst the toys. While he does act very jealously, he also goes above and beyond to help Buzz out of loyalty to the community that he cherishes.
ENFJ - Wall-E (2008)
ENFJs often make perfect main characters, and Wall-E's titular hero certainly fit that bill. Wall-E is the impetus of the film's story, and his passion to help out pushes others into taking charge and doing the right thing.
Wall-E is a strong extrovert, and immediately jumps at the chance to make a friend when Eve arrives. Like other ENFJs, he can instantly inspire confidence from others, and has no problem making friends wherever he goes.
ENTJ - Monsters Inc. (2001)
Mike and Sully are the most successful scaring duo in all of Monsters Inc., and their combination of personalities is largely to thank for their success. As a unit, they make up a quintessential ENTJ personality, and they thrive on the attention that their work gets them.
ENTJs often seek status, and they achieve it through their ability to quickly assess situations and act. Unfortunately, as with a lot of ENTJs, Mike and Sully's quest for success left them oblivious to the emotions of others, and they couldn't see when someone was trying to take them down.