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Monsters, Inc.

Monsters, Inc.

2001892 min
AnimationComédieFamilial
Sortie
01 nov. 2001
Pays
United States of America
Production
Pixar
Sulley, le gentil, et Mike Wazowski, son coéquipier plein de répartie, forment l’équipe de terreur numéro un à Monsters, Inc., l’usine de traitement des cris à Monstropolis. Quand une petite fille nommée Boo s’invite dans leur univers, les monstres deviennent effrayés, et c’est à Sulley et Mike de la garder hors de vue et de la ramener chez elle.

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Quick guide

Monsters, Inc.—a 2001 Pixar animated comedy where monsters power Monstropolis with child screams.

Set in the city of Monstropolis, the film follows the top scarer James P. Sullivan, known as Sulley, and his one‑eyed sidekick Mike Wazowski as they run the scream‑collection factory Monsters, Inc. Their routine is disrupted when a human girl named Boo wanders into their world. Suddenly, the monsters find themselves terrified of a child and must keep Boo hidden while figuring out a way to return her safely home. Along the way, the duo confront corporate pressure, rivalry with the rival scare monster Randall, and the ethical implications of scaring. The movie balances humor, heart, and a light‑hearted look at a bizarre industry.

What to know

  • Monsters earn power by collecting child screams.
  • Human children are considered poisonous to monsters.
  • The factory operates under the Child Detection Agency (CDA).
  • Sulley and Mike are top scorers competing with Randall.
  • Boo’s presence forces monsters to confront their fear of kids.
  • The film satirizes corporate efficiency and workplace rivalry.
  • The story blends humor with themes of friendship and responsibility.

Watch if

If you enjoy Pixar’s blend of humor, heartfelt storytelling, and imaginative worlds, Monsters, Inc. offers a fun, family‑friendly adventure that balances laughs with a gentle look at responsibility and corporate satire.

Skip if

If you prefer dark, intense thrillers or movies with explicit violence, Monsters, Inc.'s light tone and comedic focus may not meet your tastes.

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Monsters, Inc. Overview
Monsters, Inc. is a Pixar production that premiered in 2001. The film is set in Monstropolis, a city where monsters generate electricity by collecting the screams of sleeping children. James P. Sullivan, known as Sulley, is the company's top scarer, and his one‑eyed assistant Mike Wazowski keeps the workplace running with humor and quick wit.
The Scream Factory
The heart of Monstropolis is its factory, where monsters enter bedrooms through closets, use their unique scare techniques, and deposit the captured screams into large canisters. The company measures each monster’s effectiveness with a 'Scare Total' score, and the most successful employees receive promotions and bonuses, creating a competitive, high‑stakes environment.
Boo's Unexpected Arrival
During a routine night, Boo accidentally slips into Monstropolis. The presence of a human child forces the monsters to abandon their standard protocols, as children are deemed poisonous and must be decontaminated. Sulley and Mike must conceal Boo from the Child Detection Agency while figuring out a way to return her to her family without exposing the secret world.
Monster Fear of Kids
The film explores how the monsters’ fear of children mirrors real‑world anxieties. Their training to avoid contact is reinforced by the CDA’s strict decontamination procedures. As the story unfolds, Sulley and Mike discover that fear can be managed through empathy and understanding, challenging the company’s foundational myth that children are inherently dangerous.
Rivalry and Competition
Sulley’s top position is constantly challenged by the sly Randall Boggs, who employs more ruthless tactics. Their rivalry fuels the plot, as both monsters aim to outperform each other on the Scare Total leaderboard. The competition reveals the high stakes within the company and the personal ambitions that drive its employees.
Corporate Satire and CDA
Monsters, Inc. satirizes corporate culture through the CDA’s bureaucratic procedures and the company’s relentless focus on profit. The film mocks efficiency metrics and workplace politics while maintaining a whimsical tone. The comedic portrayal of the CDA’s over‑the‑top sanitization measures adds a layer of social commentary about regulatory overreach.
Themes of Friendship and Responsibility
At its core, the movie highlights the power of friendship between Sulley and Mike, and later, between the monsters and Boo. Responsibility emerges as they protect Boo and confront the company's practices. The story demonstrates that caring for others can transform a ruthless industry into a compassionate community.

FAQ

79 Q&A
Who are the Child Detection Agency (CDA) agents?
The CDA agents are people in hazmat suits who clean up anything from the human world that gets into the monster world.
Who is Randall Boggs?
Randall Boggs is a purple, multi-legged monster who is Sulley's coworker and rival.
Who is the top scarer at Monsters, Inc.?
James P. "Sulley" Sullivan, or Sulley, is the top scarer at Monsters, Inc.
Who are the two main monster friends in the movie?
The two main monster friends are James P. "Sulley" Sullivan and Mike Wazowski.
How do monsters travel to the human world?
Monsters travel to the human world through doors that act as portals.
What is Randall's special ability?
Randall can change his color to camouflage himself, making him hard to see.
What is the code for a human child being detected?
The code for a human child being detected is '2319'.
What is the name of Mike's girlfriend?
Mike's girlfriend is Celia Mae.
What is the catchphrase of Monsters, Inc.?
The catchphrase of Monsters, Inc. is 'We generate the power for your world'.
What is Sulley's full name?
Sulley's full name is James P. Sullivan.
Why are the monsters scared of human children?
The monsters are told that human children are toxic and can harm them.
What is the main job of monsters in Monsters, Inc.?
The main job of monsters is to scare children to collect their screams for energy.
What is Mike's full name?
Mike's full name is Michael Wazowski.
What is unique about Celia's hair?
Celia's hair is made of living snakes.
What powers the doors that monsters use?
The doors are powered by the screams of children.
How do monsters get energy?
Monsters get energy from the screams of children they scare.
Why did the monsters need to collect screams?
The monsters needed to collect screams because they were the source of power for their city.
What is the name of the city where the monsters live?
The city where the monsters live is Monstropolis.
What is the name of the company where Sulley and Mike work?
Sulley and Mike work at Monsters, Incorporated.
What is the name of the baby girl who enters the monster world?
The baby girl who enters the monster world is named Boo.
What was on George's back that caused a '2319'?
There was a sock on George's back that caused a '2319'.
What does Celia call Mike?
Celia calls Mike "Monstie".
What does '2319' mean in the movie?
'2319' means a human child has been detected.
What is the worst mistake a monster can make when scaring a child?
The worst mistake a monster can make is touching a human child.
Who is the CEO of Monsters, Inc.?
The CEO of Monsters, Inc. is initially Henry J. Waternoose III.
Who voices Mike Wazowski?
Mike Wazowski is voiced by Billy Crystal.
What toy from Toy Story is seen in the movie Monsters, Inc.?
The toy seen from Toy Story in Monsters, Inc. is a yellow Slinky.
What is the Abominable Snowman's real name?
The Abominable Snowman's real name is Jerry.
What is the name of the monster who is always watching and helps with paperwork?
The monster who is always watching and helps with paperwork is named Fungus.
Who voices Sulley?
Sulley is voiced by John Goodman.
What is the name of the monster who is banished to the human world?
Randall Boggs is the monster who is banished to the human world.
What are some of the challenges faced by monsters in the Scare Games?
In the Scare Games, monsters face challenges like navigating obstacle courses and collecting screams.
Why aren't children scared of Mike Wazowski?
Children are not scared of Mike Wazowski because he is funny and not scary looking.
What did the monsters use for power before human screams?
Before human screams, monsters used various other things for power.
How much more powerful is laughter compared to screams?
Laughter is found to be ten times more powerful than screams as an energy source.
Where does Randall end up when he is banished?
When banished, Randall ends up in a trailer park.
What color is Mike's car?
Mike's car is a bright green.
What is the name of the scare school professor?
The scare school professor is named Mr. Arnold.
How do the doors connect different worlds?
The doors are portals that connect the monster world to the human world, allowing monsters to enter children's rooms.
Who voices Randall Boggs?
Randall Boggs is voiced by Steve Buscemi.
What is the name of the Dean of Monsters University?
The Dean of Monsters University is named Dean Hardscrabble.
How many eyes does Mr. Waternoose have?
Mr. Waternoose has five eyes.
What is the name of the restaurant where Mike takes Celia on a date?
The restaurant where Mike takes Celia on a date is called Harryhausen's.
What is the name of Randall's assistant?
Randall's assistant is named Fungus.
What happens to the monsters' power system when they switch to laughter?
When they switch to laughter, the monsters' power system becomes much more efficient and powerful.
How many snakes are in Celia's hair?
Celia has three snakes in her hair.
What is the name of the fraternity Mike joins in Monsters University?
The fraternity Mike joins in Monsters University is called ROR, Roaring Thunder.
What color is the skateboard in the simulation room?
The skateboard in the simulation room is red.
What did Sulley and Mike discover is more powerful than screams?
Sulley and Mike discovered that laughter is more powerful than screams.
What is the name of the magazine seen in the movie?
The magazine seen in the movie is called "SCARe" Magazine.
How does laughter provide more energy than screams?
Laughter provides more energy because it's a more potent source of power for Monsters, Inc. than screams are. The monsters discovered that children's laughter generates ten times the energy of their screams.
What is the 'grossery' store called?
The store that sells food items is called the 'Grossery'.
What is the name of the monster who is George's assistant?
The monster who is George's assistant is named Charlie.
What happens to the shredded door pieces?
The shredded door pieces are sent to a recycling center.
What are the 'Ten Rules of Comedy' shown at the end of the film?
The 'Ten Rules of Comedy' are: Be funny, Be quick, Be clever, Be charming, Be a little bit naughty, Be surprising, Be specific, Be relatable, Be original, and Be honest.
What happens to the doors when they are no longer needed?
When doors are no longer needed, they are shredded and recycled.
What is the approximate time frame between the end of Monsters, Inc. and the beginning of Monsters at Work?
There is approximately a six-month gap between the end of Monsters, Inc. and the start of Monsters at Work.
What is the name of the monster who is large and has an ECG reading pattern on his chest?
The large monster with an ECG reading pattern on his chest is named Jerry.
What is the CDA's main function?
The CDA, or Child Detection Agency, cleans up any human objects or substances that monsters bring back from the human world.
What character from a then-unreleased Pixar movie does Boo give to Sulley?
Boo gives Sulley a Nemo toy, a character from a then-unreleased Pixar movie.
What is the original motto of Monsters, Inc.?
The original motto of Monsters, Inc. was 'We Scare Because We Care'.
What is the name of the computer system that manages the doors?
The computer system that manages the doors is called the 'Door-Bot'.
What is the difference in time between the monster world and the human world?
There is no difference in time between the monster world and the human world; they exist in the same time frame.
What did Sulley give Boo to play with?
Sulley gave Boo a toy robot to play with.
What is the significance of the stickers on the doors?
The stickers on the doors indicate which child is behind that particular door.
How does Mike put Boo's door back together?
Mike uses a special machine that reassembles the shredded door pieces.
What is the name of the monster who is third place in the Scare Games?
The monster who is third place in the Scare Games is Wazowski.
What does the A113 easter egg in other Pixar movies refer to?
The A113 easter egg refers to a classroom at the California Institute of the Arts where many animators studied.
What is the 'FIZT' application used for?
The 'FIZT' application is used to manage the doors and to track children's energy levels.
What kind of 'odorant' does Mike borrow from Sulley's locker?
Mike borrows a 'fart spray' from Sulley's locker.
How do monsters enter rooms without being seen?
Monsters enter rooms through doors, which act as portals between the monster world and the human world.
Is the A113 easter egg in Monsters, Inc.?
Yes, the A113 easter egg appears in Monsters, Inc. on a milk carton Boo is drinking from.
What makes the monsters believe children are toxic?
The monsters believe children are toxic because they are told that human contact can cause sickness and that children are dangerous.
What are some plot holes or inconsistencies in the movie?
Some plot holes include how the CDA manages to contain all evidence of human interaction so quickly and why the monsters, who are afraid of children, would invent a business based on scaring them.
What is the role of the 'door machine'?
The 'door machine' is a large device that stores, retrieves, and activates the doors to the human world for the monsters.
Are there other monster cities besides Monstropolis?
The movie doesn't show other monster cities, only Monstropolis.
Why doesn't laughter energy cause the monster world to explode?
Laughter energy is contained by special machines, so it doesn't cause the monster world to explode.
Why don't monsters use door technology for transportation within their own world?
The door technology is specifically designed to access the human world, not for travel within the monster world.
What did the monsters use for power before humans?
Before they discovered laughter, monsters used screams from human children as their power source.

Acteurs

John Goodman
John Goodman
Sullivan (voice)
Billy Crystal
Billy Crystal
Mike (voice)
Mary Gibbs
Mary Gibbs
Boo (voice)
Steve Buscemi
Steve Buscemi
Randall (voice)
James Coburn
James Coburn
Waternoose (voice)
Jennifer Tilly
Jennifer Tilly
Celia (voice)
Bob Peterson
Bob Peterson
Roz (voice)
John Ratzenberger
John Ratzenberger
Yeti (voice)
Frank Oz
Frank Oz
Jeff Fungus (voice)
Daniel Gerson
Daniel Gerson
Needleman / Smitty (voice)
Steve Susskind
Floor Manager (voice)
Bonnie Hunt
Bonnie Hunt
Flint (voice)