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5. For Buzz Lightyear, Billy Crystal was the first actor the filmmakers had in mind, but the comedy star passed, a decision he later said was "the only regret I have in the business of something I passed on."

6. After Crystal, stars like Bill MurrayChevy Chase and Jim Carrey were also considered before Tim Allen, famous for his hit TV series Home Improvement, took on the role, partially because Chase was one of his inspirations. 

7. Because it was each of the stars' first time doing voice work, Hanks and Allen chose to record Woody and Buzz's scenes together. 

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