Pixar Unveils First Footage for Hanks, Allen Sequel

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Pixar Unveils First Footage for Hanks, Allen Sequel

Pixar is preparing to delight fans with a new installment of the beloved franchise. The sequel, titled Toy Story 5, is set to premiere in theaters on June 19, 2026. This animated film will explore the impact of technology on childhood, as 8-year-old Bonnie acquires a new gadget.

First Footage and New Characters

The teaser trailer for Toy Story 5 has been released, showcasing the classic toys reacting to a new electronic device. The device, called Lilypad, is voiced by Greta Lee and introduces a playful but antagonistic tone.

Creative Team

Director: Andrew Stanton
Co-Director: Kenna Harris
Producer: Lindsey Collins

Stanton, a longtime collaborator on the franchise, expressed enthusiasm about the project. He stated, “It’s been a hilarious and poignant journey exploring how our favorite team of legacy toys might respond to today’s world of technology.”

Voice Cast Highlights

The voice cast for Toy Story 5 includes familiar names:

Tom Hanks as Woody
Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear
Joan Cusack as Jessie
Tony Hale as Forky
Conan O’Brien in a new role
Ernie Hudson as Combat Carl

This film will also pay tribute to the late Carl Weathers, who previously voiced Combat Carl.

Franchise Background

The Toy Story franchise began with the original Pixar film in 1995. Following the success of Toy Story 4, which earned over $1 billion globally and won an Oscar for Best Animated Feature, the anticipation for Toy Story 5 is high.

Recent Developments at Pixar

Disney CEO Bob Iger announced the development of Toy Story 5 in February 2023. This announcement came after the spinoff film Lightyear, which featured Chris Evans, experienced a mixed reception.

Despite recent box office challenges, such as the underperformance of Elio, Pixar has found success with sequels, particularly Inside Out 2, which became the highest-grossing title of 2024. In a recent interview, Tim Allen described Toy Story 5 as having a “very clever story,” praising the script that brought him and Tom Hanks back on board.