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Early reactions crown Toy Story 5 an emotional, funny, and moving return from Pixar, with Jessie taking center stage as Woody and Buzz reunite for a tech-infused adventure, guided by director Andrew Stanton and opening June 19, 2026.
Premieres at the El Capitan Theater generate a wave of emotional social-media reactions praising Toy Story 5 for its heartfelt, Jessie-centered story that navigates the real-world issue of kids’ tablet addiction via the new Lilypad tablet. The movie, directed by Andrew Stanton and co-directed by McKenna Harris, features a star-studded voice cast and is expected to be released on June 19, with critics’ reviews embargoed until June 16.
Pixar’s Toy Story 5 centers Woody’s aging, including a balding reveal and retirement vibe, while Bonnie’s tech-forward world introduces Lilypad — not a villain but the next phase in play that tests the toys’ relationship with devices. The film also shifts focus to Jessie, adds Blaze and a high-tech Buzz, features Conan O’Brien as Smarty Pants, and brings back Randy Newman for the score, all while exploring the balance between imagination and gadgets and affirming that the film’s artistry remains human-driven rather than AI-made.
The new Toy Story 5 trailer centers on aging among the toys, with Woody revealing a bald spot as he returns home; Lily the Lilypad emerges as a tech-themed adversary, and the teaser emphasizes Bonnie’s real-world life impact on the toys, with the film set to release June 19.
Disney and Pixar released a teaser for Toy Story 5, highlighting a new character called Lilypad and suggesting that tablets and technology pose a new threat to traditional play, with the film set for release in June 2026.