Toy Story of Terror!

The 2013 American animated television special, produced by Pixar Animation Studios and Disney Television Animation, marks Pixar's first television special and presents a 21-minute comedy-horror story set after the events of "Toy Story 3." Directed and written by Angus MacLane, it premiered on ABC on October 16, 2013. The narrative follows the adventures of toys Jessie (Joan Cusack), Woody (Tom Hanks), Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen), Rex (Wallace Shawn), Mr. Potato Head (Don Rickles), Mr. Pricklepants (Timothy Dalton), and Trixie (Kristen Schaal) as they accompany Bonnie and her mother on a road trip. After a flat tire forces them to spend the night at a roadside motel, mysterious events unfold as the toys begin to disappear one by one. Jessie, confronting her own fears, becomes central to unraveling the mystery. She teams up with a new character, an action figure named Combat Carl (Carl Weathers), to uncover the truth behind the disappearances, which are linked to an iguana named Mr. Jones and the motel manager Ron (Stephen Tobolowsky), who uses his pet to steal toys for resale. The film blends elements of comedy, horror, and adventure, exploring themes of friendship, bravery, and overcoming fears. The musical score was composed by Michael Giacchino, and the special was produced by Galyn Susman. The special received positive reviews for its animation, storytelling, and ability to combine humor with thriller elements.