“The Pixar Show” is a new variety series filled with silly moments, behind-the-scenes looks, and much more from the famed studio.
To give you an example, the series starts with a filmmaker discussion covering all things Hoppers, in which Director Daniel Chong’s “beautiful long hair” (from his college days) comes up in the first few minutes.
That moment kind of marks the tone of The Pixar Show – it’s remarkably different and feels very homemade, in the best way. The discussions feel like they were captured naturally, the skits feel like they were made for fun, and the overall feel is much looser than we’re used to seeing. Not that Pixar is known for being ultra serious or anything, but their guard is down, and it feels refreshing.
If you haven’t watched it yet, definitely do so and get ready for even more episodes coming soon. The episodes are embedded below, along with a few details from the official series release.
PIXAR LAUNCHES NEW ORIGINAL SERIES ON YOUTUBE
Introducing “The Pixar Show” — An All-New Variety Series Featuring Original Short Films, Behind-the-Scenes Access, Deleted Scenes, Filmmaker Interviews, and More
EMERYVILLE, Calif. — Pixar Animation Studios is launching a new slate of original video content on the official Pixar YouTube channel, headlined by the debut of The Pixar Show, an all-new variety series unlike anything the studio has produced before. The first two episodes are available now, exclusively on Pixar’s YouTube channel.
The Pixar Show brings fans closer to the studio they love with an inventive mix of brand-new original short films, exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Pixar’s legendary filmmaking process, never-before-seen deleted scenes, hilarious filmmaker interviews, and even artist showdowns that, fair warning, have been known to go a little too far.
The debut episodes are already live and packed with revelations. Episodes one and two pull back the curtain on three beloved Pixar worlds — their recent originals Hoppers, Elemental, and Turning Red — sharing new secrets and stories that even the most devoted fans have never heard. And true to the show’s promise of fearless fun, the artist showdown segments prove that Pixar’s creative rivalries are very, very real.
“The Pixar Show and our new videos are an invitation for filmmakers and fans to come hang with us at Pixar! These shows are like a peek into our scrappy, experimental sketchbooks — we’re trying stuff on YouTube that we’ve never done before! — David Lally, Producer
WHAT TO EXPECT ON THE PIXAR YOUTUBE CHANNEL
Deleted Scenes — Scenes that didn’t make the final cut — now finally seeing the light of day — some for the very first time!
Fish Advice — Yes, fans will be able to ask a fish for advice in the YouTube comments with a new segment called Cuddles Corner, starring a little cuttlefish from the world of Finding Nemo.
Inside Pixar — Exclusive access to Pixar’s studios with @Pixar, and a glimpse into the creative process and worlds with their scene breakdown show, Pixar’s Set the Scene.
Doodle Duels — Competitive creative challenges between Pixar artists. Things get intense. You’ve been warned.
Filmmaker Interviews — Fun chats with Pixar’s directors, animators, story artists, and more!
EPISODE 01 – 16:12
- Welcome to the Pixar show
- The Pixar Show: Hoppers Team Intro
- Pixar: Lexi at the Lunch Line
- Cuddles’ Corner
- The Pixar Show: Hoppers BTS
- “Lightbulb” Intro
- “Lightbulb” Short Film
EPISODE 02 – 16:34
- Welcome to the Pixar show
- Tom Lizard visits Pixar with hard-hitting questions
- The Pixar Show Intro
- Meet Peter and Domee
- Hoppers: Pixar’s Set the Scene
- Deleted Scenes from Elemental and Turning Red
- Artist FACE-OFF: Peter vs Domee
- Face-Painting Break
- PixFliks: 3 Films with the Editor of Hoppers
- Bonus
What elements of The Pixar Show do you enjoy the most? Any sections you don’t enjoy? Let us know your thoughts below.
