How to Watch Toy Story in Order
To watch Toy Story 3, start with Toy Story.
Watch Toy Story in release order for a first viewing — start with Toy Story (1995). There are 5 films, released between 1995–2026. That is 8 hours of viewing. Only 3 are essential to follow the story — 4.6 hours.
The full checklist
0 of 5 watched- 1Toy Story1995Essential81m
- 2Toy Story 21999Essential92m
- 3Toy Story 32010Essential103m
- 4Toy Story 42019100m
- 5Toy Story 52026102m
Ranked by rating
Full ranking with scores →- 1Toy Story19958.0
- 2Toy Story 320107.8
- 3Toy Story 219997.6
- 4Toy Story 420197.5
- 5Toy Story 520267.4
Frequently asked questions
What is the correct order to watch Toy Story?
For a first viewing, watch Toy Story in release order, starting with Toy Story (1995) and ending with Toy Story 5 (2026). That is the order the story was written to be discovered in.
How many Toy Story films are there?
There are 5 Toy Story films.
Can I skip any Toy Story films?
3 of the 5 films carry the main story: Toy Story, Toy Story 2, Toy Story 3. The other 2 can be skipped on a first watch without losing the plot.
Where should a first-time viewer start with Toy Story?
Start with Toy Story, released in 1995. It introduces the characters and setting the later films build on.
How long does it take to watch all of Toy Story?
Watching every Toy Story film takes 8 hours. Sticking to the 3 essential films takes 4.6 hours.