Woody Pride

Andy's favorite sheriff doll

Cowboy doll appearing in the Toy Story series, leader of the protagonist toys. Loyal to friends and demonstrates excellent leadership.

Quotes

  • You're my buddy!
  • Sheriff Woody, mission complete!
  • I'll keep working hard for Andy forever.
  • All toys are friends.
  • Forky, you're a toy!

Trivia

  • The origin of Woody's name comes from the Casper doll that director John Lasseter had in his childhood.
  • Woody's voice is performed by Tom Hanks and has received very high acclaim.
  • Pulling the string on his back plays his catchphrase.
  • Setting as the protagonist of the 1950s TV show 'Woody's Roundup'.
  • Japanese dub: original by Kōshi Tsujitani, later succeeded by Hōten Matsumoto.
  • His official surname 'Pride' was revealed by director Lee Unkrich on Twitter.

Alternate names

Woody Sheriff Woody Woody

Tags

Toy Story Cowboy Doll Leader Pixar Disney Sheriff Loyal to Friends Friendship Toy

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Profile

Species
Toy (Cowboy Doll)
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Typical 1950s cowboy doll appearance. Cloth body with plastic head and limbs, ten-gallon hat, cow-print vest, sheriff badge. The owner's name is engraved on the sole of the right boot.
Height
Approximately 30cm (doll size)
Weight
Unknown
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Yellow
Distinguishing features
  • Ten-gallon hat
  • Cow-print vest
  • Sheriff badge
  • Pull string on back
Iconic items
  • Ten-gallon hat
  • Sheriff badge
  • Cow-print vest
  • Gun holster
  • Pull string on back

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Loyal to Friends
Detailed personality
Bright and cheerful with excellent leadership, never abandons friends. Strong sense of responsibility and excels in strategy planning. Sometimes wavers in his role or sense of existence, but shows growth overcoming it.
Keywords
  • Brave
  • Loyal
  • Leadership
  • Strong sense of responsibility
  • Loyal to friends
  • Caring
  • Cheerful
  • Smart
Motto
You're my buddy!
Talents
  • Leadership
  • Quick-witted strategy planning
  • Charisma that gathers support
  • Mental strength that doesn't yield to difficulties
  • Command ability to unite friends
Skills
  • Problem-solving ability
  • Persuasiveness
  • Strategic thinking
  • Communication skills
  • Spirit of mutual help
Motivation
Protect friends and the child owner, stay together forever. Help friends without abandoning them.
Habits
Pulls the string on his back to say his catchphrase. Has deep attachment to his long-time owner Andy.

History

Backstory
Cowboy doll long loved as the leader of Andy's toys. Character from the 1950s TV show 'Woody's Roundup,' once a popular toy. Upholds loyalty to owner and care for friends, overcomes numerous trials and grows.
Debut date
November 22, 1995
Work title
Toy Story
Media type
Movie

Meeting Buzz Lightyear

Significant event
Meeting Buzz Lightyear
Description
Meets the new popular space ranger doll Buzz Lightyear, feels jealousy but nurtures friendship.

Kidnapping by Al

Significant event
Kidnapping by Al
Description
Kidnapped by toy collector Al, learns he was once a popular character.

Escape from Sunnyside Daycare

Significant event
Escape from Sunnyside Daycare
Description
After being misunderstood as abandoned toys, escapes the dangerous daycare with friends.

New life with Bonnie

Significant event
New life with Bonnie
Description
Passed from previous owner Andy to new owner Bonnie, starts new life with new friends.

New resolve at the traveling carnival

Significant event
New resolve at the traveling carnival
Description
Reunites with Bo Peep and decides to start a new life at the carnival with her.

Relationships

Jessie

Sibling

Companion and like a foster sister. Deep bond from overcoming adventures together.

Buzz Lightyear

Best friend

From enemies to best friends, became partners who trust each other.

Bo Peep

Romantic interest

Long-time companion and lover. Decides on a new life together.

Bullseye

Teammate

Loyal partner, overcame many difficulties together multiple times.

Prospector

Rival

Was a temporary enemy, but reconciled after recognizing each other's true nature.

Andy's Toys

Andy's Toys: leader

Bonnie's Toys

Bonnie's Toys: strategist

Woody's Roundup

Woody's Roundup: protagonist

Media appearances

Toy Story

Movie / Protagonist

1995 movie

Toy Story 2

Movie / Protagonist

1999 movie

Toy Story 3

Movie / Protagonist

2010 movie

Toy Story 4

Movie / Protagonist

2019 movie

Lightyear

Movie / Cameo

2022 movie

Toy Story Treats

Anime / Protagonist

Toy Story game series

Game / Protagonist

Voice cast and creators

Toshiyaki Karasawa

Voice actor
Toshiyaki Karasawa
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Main films, various short films
Notes
Current voice actor

Kōshi Tsujitani

Voice actor
Kōshi Tsujitani
Language
Japanese
Version or series
'Disney on Ice', 'Ponkikkies', 'Toy Story 2' '3' trailers, etc.
Notes
Original dub

Hōten Matsumoto

Voice actor
Hōten Matsumoto
Language
Japanese
Version or series
'Toy Story Drop', 'Where's Bo Peep?', various attractions thereafter
Notes
Second dub

Tom Hanks

Voice actor
Tom Hanks
Language
English
Version or series
Main films, shorts
Notes
Primary voice actor

Jim Hanks

Voice actor
Jim Hanks
Language
English
Version or series
'Lightyear', toys and games

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

Related goods

LEGO Woody's Roundup Set

Item name
LEGO Woody's Roundup Set
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Woody Minifig

Item name
Woody Minifig
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

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