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Toy Story 5 (2026)

Fri May 23 2025

"**Toy Story 5** update! Tim Allen reveals that the main character is Jessie."


On April 22, Tom Hanks shared a behind-the-scenes photo on Instagram, revealing that he's already begun voice work for *Toy Story 5*. Not long before that, his longtime co-star, Tim Allen—voice of Buzz Lightyear—also shared an update about the sequel!

"I can tell you this film is largely about Jessie," Allen said in an interview with WIVB. "And there's also an absolutely stunning opening scene with Buzz Lightyear. That much I can say, but I can't tell you any more."

The cowgirl Jessie was introduced in *Toy Story 2* and is voiced by Joan Cusack. Jessie is Buzz Lightyear's girlfriend—enthusiastic, brave, and full of energy. However, this toy also carries a deep sense of sorrow, having been abandoned by her previous owner. After spending years stored away by a toy collector, she became timid, distrustful, and even a bit withdrawn. Still, she yearns to bring joy to children once again.

*Toy Story* is an animated film co-produced by Disney and Pixar Animation Studios. The first installment was released in 1995 and marked the beginning of a new era for 3D animated films. This was followed by *Toy Story 2* in 1999 and *Toy Story 3* in 2010, forming a classic trilogy.

In the 2019 sequel *Toy Story 4*, the film's two main characters—cowboy sheriff Woody and space ranger Buzz Lightyear—parted ways, ushering in a new chapter for these beloved characters.


The animated film *Toy Story 5* is set to be released in North America on June 19, 2026. What new adventures await Woody and Buzz Lightyear? It's something to look forward to!