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TOY STORY 4 script analysis

TOY STORY 4 script - Save the Cat beat sheet analysis

Woody and friends face uncertainty when Bonnie shelves Woody, prompting a rescue mission that leads them from Bonnie’s home to a bus terminal. Along the way, Woody wrestles with his purpose while reuniting with Bo Peep and allies to navigate dangers and rekindle old bonds.

40 Save the Cat fit score 65% analysis confidence / 10 parsed scenes

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

70%

Introduces Andy’s room and the toy chest, establishing the world of vintage toys.

2

Theme Stated

Scene 2 / Page 1 / 5% target

60%

Bo Peep’s line about needing backup hints at themes of support and change.

And maybe a little back-up, just in case... things happen.
3

Set-Up

Scene 3 / Page 1 / 10% target

70%

Shows Woody’s obsolescence when Bonnie’s mom shelves him after his voice box fails.

4

Catalyst

Scene 4 / Page 1 / 12% target

65%

Woody meets other discarded toys and learns about the stakes of being spring cleaned.

Consider yourself lucky, babydoll. Just about everyone else gets “spring cleaned” and are never heard from again.
5

Debate

Scene 5 / Page 1 / 20% target

65%

Woody debates using the system’s own technology to find their destination.

I’m going to hack into the mainframe, use their own system to find our destination coordinates and arrange...
6

Break into Two

Scene 6 / Page 1 / 25% target

60%

Woody commits to the mission by attaching the iPhone and preparing to depart.

7

B Story

Scene 7 / Page 1 / 30% target

60%

Buzz confronts Woody, introducing a subplot of rivalry and reconciliation.

Sheriff Buzz! We meet again.
8

Fun and Games

Scene 8 / Page 1 / 40% target

65%

The group bonds in the Lost and Found box, showcasing teamwork and humor.

9

Midpoint

Scene 9 / Page 1 / 50% target

70%

Toys wake up, meet new allies, and execute their escape—raising the stakes.

10

Bad Guys Close In

Scene 10 / Page 1 / 65% target

60%

Buzz and friends set up a romantic ruse to distract terminal staff, increasing tension.

So what do you say we forget tomorrow and just enjoy tonight?
11

All Is Lost

Scene 8 / Page 1 / 75% target

60%

Locked in the Lost and Found box, the toys face their lowest point of entrapment.

12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scene 9 / Page 1 / 80% target

60%

The group questions their plan and fears they won’t escape the terminal alive.

13

Break into Three

Scene 10 / Page 1 / 85% target

55%

Woody embraces his role, preparing for a final push to free Bo and the others.

14

Finale

Scene 10 / Page 1 / 95% target

55%

The toys execute their coordinated plan in the terminal, culminating in a daring rescue.

15

Final Image

Scene 10 / Page 1 / 99% target

60%

Ends with Woody and Bo together, echoing the opening image but with renewed purpose.