Buzz Lightyear

Space Ranger Action Figure

Space Ranger action figure from the Toy Story series. Andy's toy, characterized by a serious and strong sense of responsibility.

Quotes

  • To infinity and beyond! Let's go!
  • I am a Space Ranger; this will prove it!
  • Believe in your possibilities and move forward.
  • Protecting companions is my mission!
  • Even as toys, we can have strong hearts!

Trivia

  • Buzz's name is taken from Apollo 11 astronaut Buzz Aldrin.
  • The Buzz Lightyear action figure in the film is made in Taiwan.
  • Buzz's figure actually went to space on the Space Shuttle and is displayed at the National Air and Space Museum.
  • In Toy Story 1, there is a scene where he is shocked upon realizing he is a toy.
  • In the Toy Story series, develops from rivals to best friends with Woody.
  • Spanish mode Buzz appears in Toy Story 3.

Alternate names

Buzz Lightyear Buzz

Tags

Toy Story Buzz Lightyear Pixar Space Ranger Toy Animated Film Space Action Figure

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Species
Action Figure
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Plastic action figure in a spacesuit. Fires a laser beam light from a button on its right arm, with wings stored on the back. Helmet opens and closes. Head is made of rubber.
Distinguishing features
  • Spacesuit Design
  • Retractable Wings
  • Helmet Opens and Closes
  • Action Button on Right Arm
  • Rubber Head
Iconic items
  • Spacesuit
  • Retractable Wings
  • Helmet
  • Laser Button
  • Action Belt

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Strong Sense of Responsibility
Detailed personality
Serious with a strong sense of responsibility, but initially unable to recognize himself as a toy and was intensely delusional. From the second film onward, becomes a calm sub-leader who unites companions.
Keywords
  • Serious
  • Strong Sense of Responsibility
  • Leadership
  • Intensely Delusional
  • Calm
  • Loyal to Companions
  • Brave
Motto
To infinity and beyond! Let's go!
Talents
  • Calm Analytical Ability
  • Leadership
  • High Physical Ability (karate chops, etc.)
  • Tactical Thinking
  • Brave Spirit to Confront Difficulties
Skills
  • Utilization of Toy Functions
  • Teamwork
  • Situation Assessment
  • Problem-Solving Ability
  • Combat Skills as Space Ranger (in-universe show setting)
Motivation
To live happily with companions at Andy's place. To overcome difficulties and deepen bonds.
Habits
Often says the catchphrase 'To infinity and beyond! Let's go!'. At initial appearance, couldn't fully accept his true identity.
Hobbies
Space Ranger Activities (in-universe show), Treasure Hunting
Favorite places
Andy's House, Space
Favorite colors
Purple, White
Person
Woody, Jessie
Disliked situations
The shock upon realizing he is a toy, Opposing companions

History

Backstory
In a 2024 anime work, appears as a Taiwan-made toy and is shocked to learn he is mass-produced. His serious and high-pride personality softens with growth, building deep bonds with companions.
Debut date
November 22, 1995
Work title
Toy Story
Media type
Movie

First Appearance in Toy Story (1995)

Significant event
First Appearance in Toy Story (1995)
Description
Appears as Andy's birthday present and experiences conflict from the gap in self-recognition.

Growth in Toy Story 2 (1999)

Significant event
Growth in Toy Story 2 (1999)
Description
Takes on the role of sub-leader, with an encounter with another toy version of Buzz depicted.

Trials in Toy Story 3 (2010)

Significant event
Trials in Toy Story 3 (2010)
Description
Experiences daycare and achieves mental growth and reaffirmation of friendship.

Farewell in Toy Story 4 (2019)

Significant event
Farewell in Toy Story 4 (2019)
Description
Woody decides to stay at the amusement park, shifting Buzz to a watching role.

Spin-off Film Lightyear (2022)

Significant event
Spin-off Film Lightyear (2022)
Description
Story depicting the real Space Ranger Buzz in a different world setting, serving as protagonist.

Relationships

Woody Pride

Best friend

From initial conflict to reconciliation, becoming best friends and partners ever since.

Jessie

Love interest

Becomes aware of her as opposite sex from Toy Story 2 onward, deepening affection.

Andy's Toys

Andy's Toys: sub-leader

Media appearances

Toy Story

Movie / Protagonist

1995

Toy Story 2

Movie / Protagonist

1999

Toy Story 3

Movie / Protagonist

2010

Toy Story 4

Movie / Protagonist

2019

Lightyear

Movie / Protagonist

2022

Buzz Lightyear of Star Command: The Adventure Begins

Anime / Protagonist

Kingdom Hearts III

Game / Supporting

2019

Voice cast and creators

George Tokoro

Voice actor
George Tokoro
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Main Films

Minoru Inaba

Voice actor
Minoru Inaba
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Tokyo Disney Resort and Others

Ryohei Suzuki

Voice actor
Ryohei Suzuki
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Lightyear (Film)

Tim Allen

Voice actor
Tim Allen
Language
English
Version or series
Main Films

Chris Evans

Voice actor
Chris Evans
Language
English
Version or series
Lightyear (Film)

Patrick Warburton

Voice actor
Patrick Warburton
Language
English
Version or series
Buzz Lightyear of Star Command Series

Sōsuke Komori

Voice actor
Sōsuke Komori
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Fake Buzz Arrives
Notes
Voice of the fake Buzz

John Lasseter

Creator name
John Lasseter
Role
Original author

Pete Docter

Creator name
Pete Docter
Role
Original author

Andrew Stanton

Creator name
Andrew Stanton
Role
Original author

Joe Ranft

Creator name
Joe Ranft
Role
Original author

Pixar Animation Studios

Creator name
Pixar Animation Studios
Role
Animation studio

Walt Disney Company

Creator name
Walt Disney Company
Role
Publisher

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