Tim Allen, the beloved actor known for his comedic timing and distinctive voice, has left an indelible mark on the world of Disney. Over the years, he has lent his talent to several memorable movies under the Disney banner.
What Disney movies has Tim Allen been in?
13. Toy Story 5
The next entry in the Toy Story franchise. Plot TBA.
Director: —
12. Beyond Infinity: Buzz and the Journey to Lightyear (2022)
Explore the evolution of Buzz Lightyear from toy to human in the making of Pixar’s Lightyear. Dive into the origin and cultural impact of everyone’s favorite Space Ranger, the art of designing a new “human Buzz,” and the challenges faced by the Lightyear crew along the way.
Director: Tony Kaplan
11. Chimpanzee (2012)
A nature documentary centered on a family of chimps living in the Ivory Coast and Ugandan rain forests.
Director: Alastair Fothergill, Mark Linfield
Revenue: $34,823,764
10. The Pixar Story (2007)
A look at the first years of Pixar Animation Studios – from the success of “Toy Story” and Pixar’s promotion of talented people, to the building of its East Bay campus, the company’s relationship with Disney, and its remarkable initial string of eight hits. The contributions of John Lasseter, Ed Catmull and Steve Jobs are profiled. The decline of two-dimensional animation is chronicled as three-dimensional animation rises. Hard work and creativity seem to share the screen in equal proportions.
Director: Leslie Iwerks
9. Toy Story 4 (2019)
Woody has always been confident about his place in the world and that his priority is taking care of his kid, whether that’s Andy or Bonnie. But when Bonnie adds a reluctant new toy called “Forky” to her room, a road trip adventure alongside old and new friends will show Woody how big the world can be for a toy.
Director: Josh Cooley
Revenue: $1,073,394,593
8. The Santa Clause 2 (2002)
Better watch out! The big guy in red is coming to town once again. This time, Scott Calvin — also known as Santa Claus — finds out there’s an obscure clause in his contract requiring him to take on a wife. He has to leave the North Pole to fulfill his obligations, or else he’ll be forced to give up his Yuletide gig.
Director: Michael Lembeck
Revenue: $172,855,065
7. The Shaggy Dog (2006)
The tale of a workaholic dad-turned-dog who finds that being man’s best friend shows him the most important job – being a great dad.
Director: Brian Robbins
Revenue: $61,112,916
6. The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause (2006)
Now that Santa and Mrs. Claus have the North Pole running smoothly, the Counsel of Legendary Figures has called an emergency meeting on Christmas Eve! The evil Jack Frost has been making trouble, looking to take over the holiday! So he launches a plan to sabotage the toy factory and compel Scott to invoke the little-known Escape Clause and wish he’d never become Santa.
Director: Michael Lembeck
Revenue: $84,500,122
5. Cars (2006)
Lightning McQueen, a hotshot rookie race car driven to succeed, discovers that life is about the journey, not the finish line, when he finds himself unexpectedly detoured in the sleepy Route 66 town of Radiator Springs. On route across the country to the big Piston Cup Championship in California to compete against two seasoned pros, McQueen gets to know the town’s offbeat characters.
Director: John Lasseter
Revenue: $461,983,149
4. Jungle 2 Jungle (1997)
Uptight New York City executive, Michael Cromwell, pursues his soon-to-be ex-wife to South America and returns home with the son he never knew he had — a boy raised in a tribal village in Brazil. Armed with only his blowgun, the 13-year-old Mimi-Siku discovers that the world outside his jungle home is indeed a strange place.
Director: John Pasquin
3. Toy Story (1995)
Led by Woody, Andy’s toys live happily in his room until Andy’s birthday brings Buzz Lightyear onto the scene. Afraid of losing his place in Andy’s heart, Woody plots against Buzz. But when circumstances separate Buzz and Woody from their owner, the duo eventually learns to put aside their differences.
Director: John Lasseter
Revenue: $373,554,033
2. The Santa Clause (1994)
Scott Calvin is an ordinary man, who accidentally causes Santa Claus to fall from his roof on Christmas Eve and is knocked unconscious. When he and his young son finish Santa’s trip and deliveries, they go to the North Pole, where Scott learns he must become the new Santa and convince those he loves that he is indeed, Father Christmas.
Director: John Pasquin
Revenue: $189,833,357
1. Ralph Breaks the Internet (2018)
Video game bad guy Ralph and fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz must risk it all by traveling to the World Wide Web in search of a replacement part to save Vanellope’s video game, Sugar Rush. In way over their heads, Ralph and Vanellope rely on the citizens of the internet — the netizens — to help navigate their way, including an entrepreneur named Yesss, who is the head algorithm and the heart and soul of trend-making site BuzzzTube.
Director: Rich Moore, Phil Johnston
Revenue: $529,221,154
What did Tim Allen do at Disney?
Throughout his career, Tim Allen has had a fruitful partnership with the Walt Disney Company. He not only starred in several Disney movies but also took on other roles within the company.
One of the most significant contributions Tim Allen made to Disney was his portrayal of Buzz Lightyear in Pixar’s groundbreaking animated film “Toy Story” and its subsequent sequels. His voice acting brought this beloved character to life, enchanting audiences of all ages and making him an iconic figure in animation.
In addition to lending his voice talents, Tim Allen also starred in a number of live-action films for Disney. One notable example is the “Santa Clause” trilogy, where he played Scott Calvin, a man who becomes Santa Claus himself. These heartwarming holiday movies continue to be cherished by families around the world.
Tim Allen’s collaboration with Disney extended beyond movies as well. He hosted several award shows for ABC, which is owned by Disney. Notably, he served as emcee for both The Academy Awards and The Primetime Emmy Awards ceremonies.
Furthermore, Tim Allen had a successful sitcom run on ABC called “Home Improvement,” which was produced by Touchstone Television (now known as ABC Studios). The show aired from 1991 to 1999 and showcased his comedic talent while entertaining millions of viewers each week.
It is clear that Tim Allen has left an indelible mark on Disney through his memorable performances and various accomplishments within the company. Whether it’s through animation or live-action projects, he continues to captivate audiences with his unique charm and wit.
As we reflect on Tim Allen’s journey with Disney so far, one thing is certain: his collaborations have brought joy and laughter to countless fans worldwide. We eagerly await what new adventures lie ahead for this talented actor within the magical world of Disney!
