Credit: Disney / PixarToy Story 5 (2026) is now days from release, but fans of the long-running franchise will be invited back into the world of Woody, Buzz, Mr. Potato Head, Rex, and Slinky just a few months after the latest film’s theatrical run ends.
Directed by Andrew Stanton, co-directed by Kenna Harris, and produced by Lindsey Collins and Jessica Choi, Toy Story 5 marks the fifth theatrical outing for Woody (Tom Hanks) and the gang.
The previous film, Toy Story 4 (2019), saw Woody and Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen) part ways, as Woody accepts that he’s no longer needed in Bonnie’s life. This time, the sheriff and the space ranger reunite and bring the old gang back together to help fight a new enemy: technology!
Pixar’s official description for Toy Story 5 states:
“The toys are back in Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5, and this time it’s Toy meets Tech. Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang’s jobs are challenged when they’re introduced to what kids are obsessed with today….electronics!”
Watch the latest trailer for the film below:
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While Woody and Buzz have led the adventures throughout the series so far, this time, Jessie (Joan Cusack) steps into the lead role.
The fan-favorite cowgirl was first introduced in Toy Story 2 (1999), and fans will of course remember her heartbreaking backstory. Unsurprisingly, though, there has been some backlash from fans around the decision to spotlight a female character in the upcoming sequel.
Speaking of girl power, the film’s title song is performed by none other than Taylor Swift. The song is called “I Knew It, I Knew You,” and it’s inspired by Jessie and her journey throughout the film series so far, hence the country music style, which is also a return to the singer’s early career.
While there’s a lot of buzz surrounding the film in the lead up to its release, fans have also had their attention turned toward another corner of the franchise following a major announcement.
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New Toy Story Collection and Remaster Coming Soon
Earlier this month, Digital Eclipse and Atari announced that a remaster of the Toy Story 3 game would be coming to PS4, PS5, Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on October 15.
“Reopen the toy chest and saddle up as Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and Jessie in Toy Story 3 Complete Edition, a 3D adventure based on the hit 2010 animated film, Toy Story 3, now available for modern systems,” Atari.com says of the remaster. “Play through authentic moments from the movie in Story Mode, or drop into the wild west sandbox of Woody’s Roundup in Toy Box Mode, where you can customize your town and even play as Evil Emperor Zurg.”
“We’re excited for players to jump back into Toy Story 3 and experience the creativity, humor and heart that makes Toy Story such a landmark franchise,” said Mike Mika at Digital Eclipse. “Toy Story 3 is celebrated as one of the great movie-to-game adaptations ever made, and it has been an absolute pleasure to rediscover.”
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Alongside the remastered game is Toy Story: Retro Roundup!, which includes multiple classics along with A Bug’s Life. Here’s the full list of games:
- Toy Story (1995, Sega Genesis, SNES, Game Boy)
- Toy Story 2: Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue! (1999, PlayStation 1)
- Toy Story 2 (1999, Game Boy Color)
- Buzz Lightyear of Star Command (2000, PlayStation 1, Game Boy Color)
- Toy Story Racer (2001, PlayStation 1, Game Boy Color)
- A Bug’s Life (1998, PlayStation 1, Game Boy Color)
And here’s the official description for the bundle from Atari.com:
“Step back into Andy’s room with Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and more classic characters in Toy Story: Retro Roundup! This five-game collection features console and handheld versions of four early Toy Story titles, as well as A Bug’s Life. All the games have been upgraded with new features, quality-of-life improvements, and an overflowing toy chest of behind-the-scenes content. Revisit the ‘90s and early 2000s hits you loved and share these titles with a new generation of Toy Story fans.”
Toy Story 3: Complete Edition and Toy Story: Retro Roundup! will be released on October 15.
For fans of the franchise, these upcoming titles will undoubtedly offer plenty of comfort after being forced to say goodbye to their favorite toys on the big screen… for the fifth time!
You can watch the official trailer for the games below:
Toy Story 5 stars Tom Hanks as Woody, Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear, Joan Cusack as Jessie, Tony Hale as Forky, John Ratzenberger as Hamm, Wallace Shawn as Rex, Blake Clark as Slinky Dog, Jeff Bergman as Mr. Potato Head, Anna Vocino as Mrs. Potato Head, Annie Potts as Bo Peep, Ernie Hudson as Combat Carl, Keanu Reeves as Duke Caboom, and Greta Lee as Lilypad “Lily”.
The film opens only in theaters on June 19, 2026.
Are you excited about the new film? And what about the remaster games and retro collection? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
