Are you ready for Pixar to tug at your heartstrings once more? It’s official – Toy Story 5 is underway! Despite Tom Hanks’ Woody and Tim Allen’s Buzz Lightyear parting ways at the end of the previous film, this beloved IP just can’t stop growing. Details about Toy Story 5 have been trickling out for a while now, with Bob Iger announcing another sequel during Disney’s Q1 earnings call in February 2023. As the release date draws closer, we’re getting more and more official information on what the directors are planning to unveil from their toybox this time around. Given what we know about the plot so far, it seems like this movie’s message will resonate differently with kids who primarily use iPads (or at least their parents). Here’s everything we know about Toy Story 5 thus far, including the identity of the villain and events in the opening sequence.
Is Woody in Toy Story 5?
Indeed, Tom Hanks reprises his role as Woody once more. In our previous encounter, Woody had parted ways with Bonnie, venturing out on his own, but he’s made his way back to reunite with his old companions for this movie. The reason behind his return, according to Screen Rant’s report from a Pixar preview event in June, is that Joan Cusack’s character, Jessie, has requested Woody’s help to deal with issues caused by the film’s contemporary antagonist. It’s important to mention that Woody might not hold as prominent a role in this film compared to previous ones. As Tim Allen mentioned to WIVB in April, the movie seems to focus more on Jessie, although he did confirm that both Buzz and Woody will find themselves back together again.
What is Toy Story 5 going to be about?
In the Annecy International Animation Film Festival on June 13th, Pixar’s chief creative officer Pete Docter shared that the story is a blend of toys and technology. At eight years old, Bonnie seems more captivated by gadgets than traditional toys like a spork with googly eyes. The antagonist of the film is a device shaped like a frog called Lily Pad. According to Docter, Lily Pad is a new tech tablet that allows Bonnie to communicate with friends and play games, but it can also be sneaky and prickly. Since Bonnie values socialization, she is encouraged to move on from toys as she finds the technology more appealing.
How might traditional playthings hold their own against the internet’s allure? To find an answer, Jessie – now in charge of Bonnie’s playroom – recognizes the need for Woody’s guidance. However, Dr. Pixar hinted at potential conflicts with the toy sheriff’s comeback, stating, “It has been some time since they last met, and Woody and Buzz don’t always share the same perspective.
Who’s in the cast of Toy Story 5?
In the latest updates, Hanks, Allen, and Cusack are set to reprise their roles, but the identity of Lily Pad’s voice has yet to be revealed. On the other hand, Conan O’Brien unveiled in May that he will lend his voice to a character named Smarty Pants, and it was confirmed in April that Ernie Hudson will replace the late Carl Weathers as the voice of action figure Combat Carl.
Is there a Toy Story 5 trailer?
Here’s what we have so far, everyone! In a recently unveiled 30-second sneak peek at D23 in August 2024, Woody, Jessie, and Buzz Lightyear flash their smiles for the camera. It seems that we’ll have to wait a bit longer as no dialogue lines have been revealed yet.
What happens in the opening sequence of Toy Story 5?
In various previews, it’s been said that the opening scene portrays Buzz Lightyear awakening on a secluded shore, bewildered to discover numerous Buzz action figures that seem to have drifted there along with him, following a container shipwreck. As they construct a fire and gaze up at the stars, they are reminded of their duty, vowing collectively to pledge loyalty to Star Command. It’s been reported that this sequence concludes with all the Buzzes constructing rafts and setting off resolutely into the sea.
Who’s directing Toy Story 5?
The directors of “Finding Nemo” and “Wall-E”, Andrew Stanton (who has contributed to the screenplays for every movie in the “Toy Story” series) and McKenna Harris (also known for producing “Elemental”), will team up to co-direct a film, with Stanton penning the script.
When is Toy Story 5 coming out?
Toy Story 5 is scheduled to release in theaters on June 19, 2026.
Is this the last Toy Story movie?
Initially, there was a strong belief that Toy Story 4 would mark the end of the series. However, as we can see now, things don’t always turn out as expected. Even the filmmakers believed Toy Story 2 would be the last movie, but here we are with a fifth installment. With profits still rolling in, it’s possible that Pixar might continue churning out sequels, extending the franchise indefinitely.
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2025-06-14 06:54