Summary:
- A hidden Easter Egg at the end of Monster Inc. sparks a theory among fans that Monster Inc. and Toy Story are of the same universe.
- In Boo’s bedroom at the end, the little girl seems to own a toy that looks exactly like Jessie from Toy Story 2.
- There are also rumors about how Boo’s real name is actually Emily, Jessie’s previous owner.
Pixar movies in the 1990-2010 era are so great on their own, we hardcore fans can only imagine what will happen when our beloved characters, such as Woody and Lightning McQueen, interact with each other in some kind of ambitious crossover project. While such a collaboration seems highly unlikely due to various constraints, even dreaming about such interactions is enough to thrill any Pixar aficionado.
Thus, multiple theories have been made about how Pixar movies are actually connected in some ways, with hidden details sprinkled here and there. One of the most popular theories, however, is about how the worlds of Toy Story and Monster Inc. are actually in the same universe, due to some intriguing details at the end of Monster Inc.
“Monsters, Inc.” is rife with references that link it to other Pixar titles. Both films, being Pixar creations, share a similar visual style and often include subtle nods to other films from the studio.
A key scene that fuels this theory occurs at the end when Sulley, preparing to say goodbye to Boo, notices that she owns several familiar toys like the Luxo Jr. ball, a plushie of Nemo from “Finding Nemo,” and of course. a Jessie doll from “Toy Story 2.” Boo then excitedly shared her favorite toys with Sulley in a bittersweet sequence.
Jessie’s unexpected presence in Monster Inc. is a subtle yet clever Easter Egg from Pixar, and fans absolutely love it. While the presence of “Toy Story” toys in Boo’s room isn’t definitive proof of a shared universe, it intriguingly suggests that the items, even toys, of both worlds might overlap. Boo’s collection, especially the Jessie doll, may have hinted at another well-known Pixar character.
This connection led to another fascinating hypothesis: Boo’s real name might be Emily, Jessie’s previous owner from “Toy Story 2,” because both characters owned a Jessie doll during their childhoods. However, this theory, while makes sense in some ways, was quickly debunked when considering their distinct differences.
Boo is known for her bubbly personality and short, black pigtails, whereas Emily exhibits a tomboyish demeanor as a child and a more somber attitude as an adult in the flashbacks. Moreover, Emily’s neglect of Jessie as she grows up contrasts sharply with Boo’s affectionate treatment of her toys.
In conclusion, while it’s tempting to weave these threads into a conclusive narrative that Boo and Emily are the same, the disparities in character traits and timelines suggest otherwise. While these theories are fun and actually make sense in some ways, it’s best to treat them as “theories” only instead of something canon, as Easter Eggs aren’t rare in either Pixar or Disney universes.
