The Lilypad Has Landed: Pixar’s Toy Story 5 Takes on Modern Tech

By Kyra Greene

Pixar has officially debuted the teaser trailer for Toy Story 5, giving fans their first look at the next chapter in the studio’s most iconic franchise. Set to premiere on June 19, 2026, the 50-second clip balances nostalgia with a distinctly modern twist — showing that even toys aren’t immune to the anxieties of the digital age.

The teaser opens on Bonnie, now older and still the caretaker of Andy’s legendary toys. She receives a mysterious package that immediately captures her excitement. But when Woody, Buzz, Jessie, Slinky, Rex, Forky, and the rest of the gang gather around, their excitement turns to fear: inside the box lies a sleek new gadget known as the Lilypad — a high-tech tablet that promises endless entertainment.

For these old-school playthings, it’s the ultimate nightmare — a symbol of how easily children’s attention can shift from imagination to screens. Pixar seems poised to explore timely themes about connection, creativity, and the evolving meaning of play in a tech-driven world.

The film reunites the original voice cast — Tom Hanks (Woody), Tim Allen (Buzz Lightyear), Joan Cusack (Jessie), and Wallace Shawn (Rex) — alongside new additions Anna Faris, Ernie Hudson, Conan O’Brien, and Greta Lee.

While Pixar has kept plot details tightly under wraps, this early glimpse suggests Toy Story 5 will blend humor and heart with a sharp look at modern childhood. As the toys face their biggest rival yet — technology itself — audiences can expect another emotionally charged journey that questions what it means to stay relevant in a changing world.

Toy Story 5 opens in theaters June 19, 2026.