Pixar's Toy Story

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Finally, Toy Story was released on Thanksgiving weekend of 1995 and Jobs’ idea turned out to be a success. The movie received enthusiastic reviews and many families were rushing to see it. It eventually became the first box office hit of the year with $192 million earned in tickets (170). Jobs’ last minute plan with the Pixar stock brought in over $130 million for the company to fund its future. Jobs was finally once again successful after dealing with many dilemmas he faced over the years. Even though Jobs was extremely happy with the success at Pixar, Apple was never far from his heart or mind (172). Apple had said to be growing solidly with Jobs’ absence with Sculley taking charge but, it eventually tumbled down. Sculley was then kicked

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