Toy Story 5 Trailer Highlights Conflict Between Legacy Toys and Modern Technology

The first trailer for 'Toy Story 5' has been released, highlighting a narrative conflict between traditional legacy toys and modern technology. According to ABC7 San Francisco, the film features returning favorites Woody and Buzz Lightyear, alongside a new character named Lilypad, voiced by Greta Lee.

In the trailer, Bonnie's mother announces a package for her, which contains a smart tablet shaped like a frog. The existing toys react with nervousness to this new technology, indicating a thematic clash between old and new forms of play.

Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and Forky are all back, while Conan O'Brien joins as a tech toy named Smarty Pants. The film is set to premiere in theaters in June 2026. Director Andrew Stanton and co-director Kenna Harris mentioned in a press release that they are excited to explore how legacy toys respond to today's technological advancements.

They highlighted Greta Lee's performance as balancing humor and a playfully antagonistic tone, reflecting the film's exploration of this conflict. As the story unfolds, it seems poised to address broader societal themes regarding the impact of technology on childhood experiences and play.

With the ongoing evolution of toys and the rise of smart devices, 'Toy Story 5' could provide a poignant reflection on how children engage with these changes in their play environments. Fans of the franchise can catch up by streaming the first four 'Toy Story' movies on Disney+ ahead of the new release.