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It’s no surprise (or maybe it is) that several references to 'The Shining,' from the obvious to the obscure, have snuck into Pixar’s lineup over the years. Here are nine of them.

Rebecca Pahle








20th Century Fox Home Entertainment

Matt Groening followed-up his success on 'The Simpsons' with a sci-fi comedy that became one of the most acclaimed animated series of all time.

Jason Serafino




DreamWorks Animation

In 2010, the superhero craze was on the rise—which made it the perfect time to launch a silly, animated sendup of the genre.

Kristy Puchko




Cartoon Network

Cartoon Network’s boorish Elvis homage, which premiered 20 years ago, originated with a college kid’s thesis project.

Jason Serafino