Overview
- Attendees at a recent test screening reportedly praised the film, with one reaction calling it “another heartfelt” Toy Story entry.
- Tim Allen said on Jimmy Kimmel Live that Jessie takes the lead and described a wild set piece involving many Buzz Lightyear dolls, noting some details came from his ad‑lib.
- Coverage based on concept art and insider summaries says the story finds Jessie in charge of Bonnie’s room and introduces a frog-like tablet antagonist named Lilypad, with Woody drawn back into the action.
- Andrew Stanton is the writer-director, and Pixar’s Pete Docter has emphasized surprising audiences while preserving the franchise’s emotional tone.
- The voice cast includes Tom Hanks, Tim Allen and Joan Cusack, with Anna Faris reported as Lilypad, and the theatrical release is set for June 19, 2026.