How to Watch ‘Toy Story 5’ Online: Pixar’s Newest Sequel Lands on Disney+ This Week

Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and Jessie are officially making their streaming debut this week. The fifth entry in Pixar’s blockbuster franchise arrives on Disney+ in both the UK and US on Wednesday, 23 September, pitting cinema’s most famous toys against the ultimate modern rival: electronics.

Toys Meet Tech: What Happens in ‘Toy Story 5’?

For over 30 years, Pixar’s flagship series has captured the secret lives of toys. This time, the gang faces a crisis every modern parent and kid will recognize—the battle for screen time.

When Bonnie receives a high-tech tablet device named Lilypad, traditional playtime is thrown into chaos. Armed with sleek features and her own disruptive ideas about entertainment, Lilypad quickly steals Bonnie’s attention. To protect their bond with their kid, Woody, Buzz, and Jessie must unite to show that real-world imagination and physical play still matter.

Returning Icons and a New Rival Voice

The award-winning voice cast returns to lead the new adventure. Tom Hanks leads the pack once again as the loyal pull-string cowboy Woody, alongside Tim Allen as Space Ranger Buzz Lightyear and Joan Cusack as the energetic cowgirl Jessie. Young actor Scarlett Spears steps in as Bonnie.

Joining the franchise as the main antagonist is Greta Lee (The Morning Show, Past Lives), who lends her voice to Lilypad, the charming yet competitive tablet threatening to push classic toys out of the bedroom for good.

Summer Box Office Success

Following its theatrical debut in June, Toy Story 5 proved to be a massive commercial success for Pixar and Disney. The film opened to a franchise-record $312 million global opening weekend, easily outpacing its predecessor, Toy Story 4.

Driven by strong family turnout over the summer months, the film eventually crossed the $1.1 billion mark worldwide, making it the highest-grossing entry in the entire Toy Story franchise and one of the biggest theatrical hits of the year.

What the Reviews Said

Critical reception for the fifth installment was largely positive, with reviewers praising directors Andrew Stanton and Kenna Harris for tackling a relevant modern dilemma.

• The Emotional Core: Critics widely highlighted Joan Cusack’s performance as Jessie, who takes center stage as the film’s primary emotional lead as the toys grapple with a screen-addicted generation.
• Visuals and Humor: Reviewers praised Pixar’s top-tier animation and the sharp comedy provided by newcomer Greta Lee as Lilypad.
• The Verdict: While some reviewers noted that the narrative felt a bit overstuffed with subplots compared to the original trilogy, most agreed that the film successfully balanced nostalgia with a poignant message about the importance of real-world play.

How to Stream the Full Franchise Ahead of Release

Subscribers looking to revisit the full saga before Wednesday’s premiere can find the entire Toy Story library streaming on Disney+ right now:

• Toy Story (1995)
• Toy Story 2 (1999)
• Toy Story 3 (2010)
• Toy Story 4 (2019)
• Animated Shorts & Holiday Specials (including Hawaiian Vacation, Partysaurus Rex, and Toy Story That Time Forgot)

Disney+ Pricing, Packages, and Free Trial Info

To stream Toy Story 5 on Wednesday, you’ll need an active Disney+ membership. The platform offers several subscription tiers depending on your region:

UK Subscription Tiers

• Standard with Ads (£5.99/month): Full HD resolution (1080p), two simultaneous streams, with periodic ad breaks.
• Standard (£9.99/month or £99.90/year): Ad-free viewing, 1080p video, two simultaneous streams, and offline downloads.
• Premium (£14.99/month or £149.90/year): 4K UHD & HDR video, Dolby Atmos audio, four concurrent streams, and offline downloads.

US Subscription Tiers

• Disney+ Basic ($11.99/month): Ad-supported, 4K UHD & HDR streaming on up to four devices at once.
• Disney+ Premium ($18.99/month or $189.99/year): Ad-free streaming, 4K UHD & HDR, Dolby Atmos audio, four concurrent streams, and offline downloads.
• Duo & Trio Bundles: US viewers can also bundle Disney+ with Hulu (starting from $12.99/month with ads) or add ESPN and HBO Max through Disney’s expanded bundle offerings.

Is There a Disney+ Free Trial?

Disney+ does not currently offer a standalone free trial in either the UK or the US. Direct direct-to-consumer free trials were discontinued globally, meaning new subscribers must pay for at least a one-month plan to watch.

However, UK users can often access third-party partner promotions—such as selected O2 mobile SIM plans or Sky TV Ultimate packages—that include Disney+ access at no extra cost.

Toy Story 5 will be available to stream globally on Disney+ starting 23 September.

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