Toy Story 5 releases June 19, 2026, explores digital age

The fifth installment of Pixar's beloved "Toy Story" franchise will arrive in theaters on June 19, 2026, reuniting audiences with Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and their friends for a story centered on the challenge of staying relevant in a digital age. The film, directed by Andrew Stanton, will see Tom Hanks and Tim Allen return to voice Woody and Buzz, respectively, with Joan Cusack reprising her role as Jessie.

The central conflict of "Toy Story 5" involves the toys grappling with a world where children are increasingly engrossed by technology. Concept art revealed at Disney's D23 expo in 2024 depicted toys looking on sadly as their owner focuses on a tablet. The narrative will introduce a new character named Lilypad, a kid-friendly tablet voiced by Greta Lee, who becomes a central figure in the story. Other new cast members include Conan O'Brien as Smarty Pants and Bad Bunny as Pizza with Sunglasses.

Most of the original voice cast is returning, including Tony Hale as Forky, Wallace Shawn as Rex, and John Ratzenberger as Hamm. Following the passing of original actors Don Rickles and Estelle Harris, the roles of Mr. and Mrs. Potato Head will be voiced by Jeff Bergman and Anna...