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Toy Story 5 Debuts June 2026; Woody’s Bald Spot Explained

4/29/2026

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Tom Hanks Explains

Tom Hanks (actor) said Woody’s bald spot in Toy Story 5 results from being played with because the character is made of stuffing and cloth that settles.
Andrew Stanton (director) announced that Toy Story 5 will open in U.S. theaters on June 19, 2026.
The trailer shows Woody removing his hat, exposing the patch, while reflected sunlight blinds the other toys.
Stanton added that the sequel will explore how tablets and other modern technology change children’s play.

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Toy Story 5 Rated PG

Toy Story 5 received a PG rating from the Association, the first mainline film in the series above G.
Andrew Stanton, director, said that if Toy Story 5 earns $1 billion, a Toy Story 6 becomes likely, noting this will probably be his last directing role.
Pixar executives said the franchise’s past $1 billion successes and analysts’ expectations shape future installments or spin-offs.
Film introduces a tablet antagonist “Lilypad,” voiced by Greta Lee, actress, symbolizing shift toward digital play.

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Toy Story 5 Merchandise

Funko and Pop Mart release Toy Story 5 mystery boxes on April 30, featuring Lilypad and Blaze’s Pet Pig.
LEGO and Disney unveil a 209-piece Blaze’s Horse Ranch set on May 1 that includes Woody, Jessie, and Bullseye.
Loungefly adds a Toy Story 5 mini backpack, card holder, and Smarty Pants wallet to its lineup.
Vera Bradley launches a 15-piece Toy Story Rodeo collection at Target.
Tickets will later sell via Groupon, giving Target Circle members extra merch discounts.

History

Historical Context

Pixar and Disney launched the first fully computer-animated feature, Toy Story, on November 22 1995, earning $373 million worldwide and sparking a $720 million franchise that now includes four sequels and a 2026 fifth film. John Lasseter’s early merchandising push grew licensed sales to billions, establishing the cross-media model that the upcoming Toy Story 5 continues in theaters worldwide.

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Tom Hanks Explains

Tom Hanks (actor) said Woody’s bald spot in Toy Story 5 results from being played with because the character is made of stuffing and cloth that settles.
Andrew Stanton (director) announced that Toy Story 5 will open in U.S. theaters on June 19, 2026.
The trailer shows Woody removing his hat, exposing the patch, while reflected sunlight blinds the other toys.
Stanton added that the sequel will explore how tablets and other modern technology change children’s play.

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