``Toy Story 2'' SuperSite Debuts With Buzz and Woody On the Set of Their Forthcoming Feature Film

Business Wire, Nov 11, 1999

NORTH HOLLYWOOD, Calif.--(ENTERTAINMENT WIRE)--Nov. 11, 1999--

Log on to www.Toystory2.com for Live Web Coverage of the "Toy Story 2"

Red Carpet Premiere on Nov. 13, and the "Toy Story 2"

NASCAR Web Cast on Nov. 21

Even before wowing movie audiences with their much-anticipated film on Nov. 24, the gang from "Toy Story 2" makes a grand appearance on the Internet with the introduction of the "Toy Story 2" SuperSite at www.Toystory2.com.

On Nov. 24 the beloved characters from "Toy Story," the landmark 1995 computer-animated blockbuster from Walt Disney Pictures and Pixar Animation Studios, return to the big screen for more laughs and excitement. Starring the voices of Tom Hanks ("Woody") and Tim Allen ("Buzz Lightyear"), the film springs into action as Buzz Lightyear and the toys from Andy's room set out to save their kidnapped pal Woody from the hands of an obsessive toy collector.

Disney Online's "Toy Story 2" SuperSite lets guests experience the world of Buzz, Woody, and their friends through never-before-seen interview clips rendered in a unique talk show format. Imaginative games and activities further capture the appeal that made these characters such a hit with kids and families everywhere.

"The `Toy Story 2' SuperSite brings together the magic of motion pictures with the interactivity of the World Wide Web," said Ken Goldstein, senior VP and general manager of Disney Online. "In addition to offering a one-stop shop for anything and everything `Toy Story 2', the site invites kids into the characters' worlds so that they can enjoy `Toy Story' adventures both before and after they see the movie in theaters."

In addition to the wide-ranging information that audiences have come to expect from Disney movie sites -- cast biographies, background on the making of the movie and the animation process, and the high bandwidth movie trailer -- the extensive "Toy Story 2" SuperSite provides guests with an engaging online complement to the thrills and fun they will enjoy in the film.

Additional SuperSite Highlights:

QuickTime Character Interviews -- Exclusively on the "Toy Story 2" SuperSite, a series of animated interviews featuring Buzz and Woody give guests a humorous "on the set" experience with the cast they have grown to love.

"The Adventure to Save Woody" -- This action-packed game invites guests to assume the identity of Buzz Lightyear as he sets out to find his missing friend Woody. The successful player will explore Al's Toy Barn for clues on Woody's whereabouts, dodge falling obstacles, collect bonus elements, and defeat the Evil Emperor Zurg in an exciting laser battle before reuniting Buzz with Woody.

Behind-the-Scenes Video Footage -- Compiled from a collection of entertaining movie outtakes and behind-the-scenes footage, guests of the SuperSite can view a series of short vignettes featuring "Toy Story 2" director John Lasseter, and actors Don Rickels, Kelsey Grammer, Joan Cusack, Estelle Harris, Wayne Knight, and Wallace Shawn.

"Woody's Round-Up" Music Video -- A special abridged version of the full length "Woody's Round-Up" music video performed by recording artists "Riders in the Sky," is available for guests of the site to view on demand.

Cast & Crew Q&A -- Available exclusively on the "Toy Story 2" SuperSite is a one-of-a-kind written Q&A with Director John Lasseter. Fans will also be treated to additional written Q&A with actors Tim Allen, Tom Hanks, and Joan Cusack as well as John Lasseter's "Toy Story 2" "Secrets" containing covert trivia about the film.

Al's Toy Barn -- Ideal for kids who want to decorate their rooms, lockers, or computer desktops with images of their favorite "Toy Story 2" buddies, this free collection offers guests animated printables, icons, wallpaper, and screen savers as well as a downloadable commercial for Al's Toy Barn TV.

Electronic, Animated Postcards -- Guests have easy access to a selection of vivid "Toy Story 2" themed D-cards, which they can use to send the coolest e-messages on the Internet to friends and family anywhere in the world.

Tickets -- Guests can locate "Toy Story 2" ticket and theater information for all theaters, purchase tickets to see the movie at the El Capitan Theater in Hollywood, or link to Moviefone to buy tickets for a local theater screening.

Absolute "Toy Story 2" Shopping Experience -- SuperSite visitors will also have the luxury of shopping for any and all "Toy Story 2" themed merchandise at this one destination. With a direct link to everything from toys and collectibles, to music and apparel, fans can now log on to www.Toystory2.com for a one-stop "Toy Story 2" shopping adventure.

Live Red Carpet Premiere Web Cast

On Saturday, Nov. 13, fans everywhere can log on to www.Toystory2.com to join the celebrity-filled cast live at the red carpet entrance of the historic El Capitan Theater in Hollywood, as they gather for the world premiere of "Toy Story 2". The excitement unfolds at 3:30 p.m. ET/12:30 p.m. PT as live online coverage featuring interviews with director John Lasseter, and actors Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack are broadcast directly to desktops everywhere through streaming video and audio.