Toy Story 5 trailer: first look
The new Toy Story 5 trailer brings Woody, Buzz, and Jessie back to the big screen as they face a very modern problem: screen time. This time, the toys go head‑to‑head with Lilypad, a frog‑shaped smart tablet that instantly captures Bonnie’s attention.
Right away, the trailer uses nostalgia. It opens with familiar toys and warm colors, then quickly shifts to the bright glow of new tech. As a result, the tone feels both classic and fresh at the same time.
Toys versus tech: Lilypad arrives
In the Toy Story 5 trailer, Bonnie unboxes Lilypad, a sleek tablet that talks, translates, and tracks everything. The device, voiced by Greta Lee, claims it knows what is “best” for Bonnie and her playtime. Soon, the toys realize they are no longer the main focus in her room.
Because of this new rival, panic spreads through the toy box. Rex fears “extinction, not again,” while Mr. Potato Head and the others watch Bonnie stare at the glowing screen. The conflict is clear: toys represent imagination and hands‑on play, while Lilypad represents always‑on tech and constant distraction.
Woody and Buzz reunite
To fight back, Jessie calls in backup. She reaches out to Woody, who has been helping lost toys since the end of Toy Story 4. Soon after, the Toy Story 5 trailer shows Woody and Buzz reuniting with a hug and a classic joke.
Their reunion anchors the trailer. It reminds fans of the heart at the center of the series: loyalty, friendship, and the idea that no toy gets left behind. At the same time, both characters now feel older and more reflective, which adds extra weight to their choices.
Old friends and new faces
Alongside Woody, Buzz, and Jessie, the trailer quickly flashes familiar faces like Hamm, Slinky Dog, Forky, Duke Caboom, Bo Peep, and more. These brief shots work as fan service, but they also show that the whole crew must adapt to the age of tablets and apps.
However, Toy Story 5 also introduces new toys and gadgets. Lilypad is the main “tech toy,” but other newcomers, such as Atlas the GPS hippo and camera toy Snappy, add fresh comic beats and plot twists. Together, they widen the world beyond a single bedroom or carnival.
Themes and release date
Beneath the jokes, the Toy Story 5 trailer raises questions about kids, screens, and what play means now. Woody worries that he is “losing Bonnie to this device,” while Jessie fears that toys may no longer matter in a tech‑obsessed world.
Even so, the trailer ends on a hopeful note. The toys prepare a plan to win Bonnie’s attention back, proving that imagination can still compete with any screen. Toy Story 5 is directed by Andrew Stanton and opens only in theaters on June 19, 2026