The toys have done it now!
Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the rest of Andy’s (and Bonnie’s) toys are proving they still have plenty of life left in them. Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story 5 has officially become the biggest opening weekend in the franchise’s history, giving Pixar another major box office win while also claiming the largest domestic debut of 2026.
For a series that first introduced audiences to computer-animated storytelling more than 30 years ago, it’s an impressive reminder that the Toy Story franchise continues to resonate with generations of moviegoers.
According to early box office estimates, Toy Story 5 earned approximately $160 million domestically during its opening weekend, surpassing the previous franchise record set by Toy Story 4 in 2019. Internationally, the film added another $152 million, bringing its global opening weekend total to roughly $312 million.
Not only is it the highest opening in Toy Story history, but it also stands as the biggest movie opening of 2026 to date.
Fans Are Returning to the Toy Box
Directed by Andrew Stanton, Toy Story 5 reunites much of the franchise’s beloved voice cast, including Tom Hanks as Woody, Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear, and Joan Cusack as Jessie. This latest installment explores how traditional toys fit into a world increasingly shaped by technology and digital devices, while placing a stronger emotional focus on Jessie than previous films.
The film has also earned strong audience reactions, receiving an “A” CinemaScore, a sign that moviegoers are embracing Pixar’s latest adventure.
Another Win for Disney and Pixar
The massive debut is welcome news for Disney and Pixar, reinforcing that the Toy Story brand remains one of the studio’s most valuable and enduring franchises. More than three decades after the original film changed animation forever, audiences continue to show up for new adventures featuring some of Pixar’s most iconic characters.
With summer movie season now in full swing, Toy Story 5 appears poised for a strong theatrical run in the weeks ahead.
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