Get ready for a heart-wrenching showdown—Toy Story 5 is here, and it’s not just another adventure. The age of toys might be ending, and Woody, Buzz, and the gang are about to face their most formidable foe yet: a high-tech children’s tablet named Lilypad (voiced by Greta Lee). But here’s where it gets controversial—is this the end of traditional playtime as we know it? Pixar’s latest teaser trailer hints at a tech-pocalypse that could redefine what it means to be a toy. And this is the part most people miss: Lilypad isn’t just a gadget—she’s a symbol of the evolving world our beloved characters must navigate. Watch the trailer below, set to a revved-up version of INXS’ ‘Never Tear Us Apart,’ and prepare for a mix of nostalgia and unease.
Slated for release on July 19, 2026, Toy Story 5 reunites the cherished cast, including Tom Hanks as Woody and Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear. Joan Cusack (Jessie), Blake Clark (Slinky Dog), and Tony Hale (Forky) are also back, alongside new additions like Conan O’Brien, who voices Smarty Pants, a potty-training tech toy. But let’s pause here—is the introduction of tech toys like Lilypad and Smarty Pants a clever narrative twist or a commentary on society’s over-reliance on technology? It’s a question that’ll linger long after the credits roll.
Greta Lee’s Lilypad is described as a ‘high-tech frog-shaped smart tablet’ that complicates the gang’s mission to keep playtime alive. Her presence raises the stakes exponentially, forcing our heroes to confront a threat unlike any they’ve faced before. Meanwhile, Andrew Stanton, the sole writer and director of this installment (who also helmed WALL•E, Finding Nemo, and Finding Dory), brings his signature blend of humor and heart to the story.
Arriving 31 years after the original film and seven years after the Oscar-winning, billion-dollar Toy Story 4, this sequel raises intriguing questions. How does Woody reunite with Bonnie’s gang after choosing a life with Bo Peep as a ‘lost toy’? And more importantly, can traditional toys like Woody and Buzz remain relevant in a world dominated by screens and algorithms? These are the themes that make Toy Story 5 more than just a kids’ movie—it’s a reflection of our times.
So, what do you think? Is Pixar onto something profound here, or is this just another animated adventure? Let us know in the comments—we’re eager to hear your take on whether Toy Story 5 will spark joy, debate, or both.