Lightyear is a 2022 animated sci-fi movie from Pixar that tells the story of Buzz Lightyear, the famous space ranger from the Toy Story series. This film focuses on the real astronaut who inspired the toy, exploring Buzz’s past. In the movie, Buzz, voiced by Chris Evans, is depicted as a young and determined space explorer in a future setting.
Lightyear - Release Date, Trailer, Songs, Cast
| Movie: | Lightyear |
| Genre: | Animation, Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi |
| Language: | English |
| Director: | Angus MacLane |
| Main Cast: | Chris Evans (Buzz Lightyear) - Keke Palmer (Alisha Hawthorne) - Peter Sohn (SOX) - Taika Waititi (Morrison) - Dale Soules (Alisha's Grandma) |
| Release Date: | June 17, 2022 |
| Banner: | Pixar Animation Studios, Walt Disney Pictures |
| Music: | Not available |
| Budget: | $200 million |
| Runtime: | 1h 45m |
The plot starts with Buzz and his team stuck on a remote planet after their mission goes wrong. To get back home, Buzz tries to test a special fuel for hyperspace travel, but each test leads to problems, causing time to move differently—years pass on Earth with every attempt. While dealing with these challenges and making personal sacrifices, Buzz also faces a new enemy, Emperor Zurg, voiced by James Brolin, who threatens the whole galaxy.
The film emphasizes themes like responsibility, teamwork, and sacrifice, showing how Buzz matures into a leader. It also introduces new characters, like Izzy, played by Keke Palmer, and Mo, played by Taika Waititi, who accompany Buzz on his adventure.
Directed by Angus MacLane, Lightyear combines action, adventure, and emotion, providing a fresh perspective on the Toy Story world while revealing the human side of Buzz Lightyear.
Lightyear Screenshot
