Overview
- First-look images introduce Smarty Pants, a potty-training toy voiced by Conan O’Brien, and LilyPad, a tablet-shaped toy positioned as the antagonist.
- Destination D23 footage previewed an opening sequence centered on Buzz Lightyear alongside multiple other Buzz figures in play mode.
- Disney’s presentation framed the story around classic toys competing with children’s electronics, reflecting director Andrew Stanton’s previously stated theme.
- Returning characters include Woody (Tom Hanks), Buzz (Tim Allen), Jessie (Joan Cusack), Slinky Dog (Blake Clark), Combat Carl (Ernie Hudson) and Forky (Tony Hale).
- Pixar reaffirmed the film’s release date for June 19, 2026, following new visuals and sequence descriptions shared at the event.