Frequently asked questions
Do Woody and Buzz return in Toy Story 5?
Yes. Tom Hanks voices Woody and Tim Allen voices Buzz Lightyear again, and the pair reunite onscreen after Woody left Bonnie’s room in Toy Story 4. Joan Cusack returns as Jessie, who now leads the toy gang, with Buzz acting as her second-in-command for the new adventure.
Who is the villain in Toy Story 5?
The antagonist is Lilypad, a frog-shaped tablet device voiced by Greta Lee. Rather than a traditional bad guy, Lilypad represents technology itself: an engaging screen that competes with the toys for Bonnie’s attention. The film’s central conflict is the gang trying to stay relevant in a screen-dominated playroom.
Did Taylor Swift write a song for Toy Story 5?
Yes. Taylor Swift wrote an original song for the film called “I Knew It, I Knew You,” which she announced on June 1, 2026 and released ahead of the premiere. Longtime franchise composer Randy Newman also returns to score Toy Story 5, marking another of his many Pixar collaborations.
Which Toy Story 5 characters were recast after their original voice actors died?
Several legacy roles were recast. Jeff Bergman voices Mr. Potato Head after Don Rickles’ death, and Anna Vocino takes over Mrs. Potato Head following Estelle Harris. Ernie Hudson steps in as Combat Carl after Carl Weathers died in 2024. Pixar framed the changes as honoring the original performers.
Is Toy Story 5 a sequel, and do I need to watch the earlier films first?
It is a direct sequel to Toy Story 4. The story picks up after Woody left Bonnie’s room to help lost toys find homes, so watching Toy Story 4 gives the most context. It still works as a standalone family film, but the emotional beats land harder if you know the earlier movies.
Will Toy Story 5 be on Disney+, or only in theaters at first?
Theaters first. Pixar is releasing it exclusively in theaters on June 19, 2026, with no simultaneous streaming launch. As of June 2026, a Disney+ streaming date has not been announced, though Pixar films usually reach the service a few months after their theatrical run.