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Report Points to Positive Toy Story 5 Test Screening

Pixar positions Andrew Stanton’s sequel as a toys-versus-technology story.

Overview

  • The DisInsider’s Skyler Shuler, via Toonado, reported that attendees loved a recent test screening, a claim not independently verified.
  • The story reportedly begins with Jessie leading Bonnie’s room as a frog-like tablet called Lilypad emerges as the new threat and pulls Woody back into action.
  • Concept art and coverage describe an “army of 50” Buzz Lightyears stuck in play mode as a prominent set piece.
  • Andrew Stanton writes and directs, with Pete Docter praising his approach, and the cast includes Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack and Anna Faris as Lilypad.
  • The film is slated for a June 19, 2026 theatrical release as coverage notes ongoing skepticism about continuing the franchise.