Bend, OR, September 22, 2026 — A new installment in the beloved animated franchise, “Toy Story 5,” has been announced and is slated for release on the streaming platform Disney+. The announcement was reported by centraloregondaily.com.

Details regarding the plot, cast, director, or a specific release date for “Toy Story 5” were not immediately available following the announcement. The news indicates a continuation of the popular series, which has captivated audiences for decades.

The “Toy Story” franchise, a flagship series for Pixar Animation Studios, began in 1995 with the groundbreaking “Toy Story,” the first feature-length film created entirely using computer-generated imagery (CGI). The subsequent films, “Toy Story 2” (1999), “Toy Story 3” (2010), and “Toy Story 4” (2019), have each been critical and commercial successes, exploring themes of friendship, growing up, and the lives of toys when humans are not around.

The decision to release “Toy Story 5” on Disney+ aligns with Disney’s strategy to leverage its intellectual properties on its proprietary streaming service. Disney+ has become a primary distribution channel for new content from its various studios, including Pixar, Marvel, Star Wars, and National Geographic.

Information concerning the production timeline, potential storylines, or whether original voice actors will reprise their roles has not been disclosed. The contractor or specific division responsible for “Toy Story 5” beyond its Pixar origins was not provided in the initial reports. The company behind the announcement is Disney, with the report originating from centraloregondaily.com.

Fans await further details on how the new film will fit into the established narrative of Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and their companions. The exact financial figures associated with the production or expected performance of “Toy Story 5” have not been shared. The status of any required permits or inspections related to the film’s development was also not provided.


Story summarized from the original created by Saman Shafiq, USA TODAY on www.centraloregondaily.com, see more information here.

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