SUMMARY
  • Pixar's universe is brimming with interconnected details.
  • ‘Toy Story 3’ also includes a hidden nod to ‘WALL-E.'
  • There's another company that also appears in both films.

Imagine you’re watching your favorite Pixar movie, enjoying the magic of talking toys and racing cars, when suddenly—bam!—you catch a sneaky nod to another Pixar film. That’s what is about to be revealed. So, get ready to have your Pixar-loving heart do a happy dance because Toy Story 3 has an exciting little secret linking it to the hit movie WALL-E.

A still from Toy Story 3
A still from Toy Story 3 (Credits: Walt Disney Pictures)

Yes, that’s right—the movie about a lonely robot and a giant corporation has a sneaky connection to our beloved Buzz Lightyear. With Pixar’s penchant for hiding Easter eggs, this discovery is like finding a hidden treasure. How cool is that!

The Hidden Easter Egg of WALL-E in Toy Story 3

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Buy N Large batteries on Buzz Lightyear’s back in Toy Story 3 (Credits: Walt Disney Pictures)

If you’ve ever wondered why Buzz Lightyear’s (voiced by Tim Allen) batteries in Toy Story 3 seem to have a familiar label, your hunch was spot on.

The batteries powering our space-faring hero come from none other than Buy N Large (BnL), the mega-corporation from the $521 million blockbuster film WALL-E (via Box Office Mojo). That’s right!

WALL-E
Buy N Large in WALL-E (Credits: Walt Disney Pictures)

In the colorful and whimsical world of Toy Story 3, the gadgets and gizmos are made by the very same company that once ruled the future Earth in WALL-E. The BnL connection doesn’t end there. It turns out this corporation also makes appearances in Finding Nemo, Up, and even Cars 3.

So, you could say that BnL has its fingers in every Pixar pie. If you look closely, you’ll spot these batteries in Buzz’s back, with the tiny label serving as a nod to BnL’s infamous empire. It’s a delightful Easter egg that proves Pixar’s universe is more intertwined than a plate of spaghetti.

Another Company’s Sneaky Appearance in WALL-E

Eggman Moving Company in Toy Story
Eggman Moving Company in Toy Story (Credits: Walt Disney Pictures)

Did you know there’s a moving company called the Eggman Moving Company in Pixar’s universe? In Toy Story, this moving company makes an appearance and, like a sly fox, shows up in Toy Story 2 as well. But why does this name keep popping up? It’s a clever nod to Pixar’s own Ralph Eggleston, affectionately known as ‘Eggman,’ one of Pixar’s most talented production designers.

Eggman Moving Company doesn’t just move furniture; it moves hearts. You might find them lurking around in the background, a little Easter egg within an Easter egg. But what about its presence in WALL-E? The company’s billboard is there, cheekily placed among BnL ads.

Disney’s interconnected movie universe is so intricate it’s like discovering your favorite shows are all part of one giant crossover event you might never have imagined. So keep your eyes peeled—you never know when a sneaky reference might pop up and give you a good chuckle.

Toy Story 3 and WALL-E are both available to watch on Disney+.

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