 "Instead of essentially remaking an earlier film and deeming it a sequel, the creative team, led by director John Lasseter, delves deeper into their characters while retaining the fun spirit of the original film".On review aggregation website Rotten Tomatoes, the film has an approval rating of 100% based on 169 reviews, with an average rating of 8.68/10.The site's critical consensus reads, "The rare sequel that arguably improves on its predecessor, "Toy Story 2" uses inventive storytelling, gorgeous animation, and a talented cast to deliver another rich moviegoing experience for all ages."