Toy Story 5 Leaves Out Fan-Favorite Star, Contrary to Deadline Report
Rumor crushed: Toy Story 5 hits theaters June 19, 2026, but that fan-favorite star you heard was joining the gang isn’t on the call sheet, contrary to an earlier Deadline report. Buzz, Woody, Jessie, and the crew return with a tech-infused twist.
If you were holding out hope that Anna Faris would be joining the next Toy Story movie, let me squash that rumor right up front. Despite a lot of chatter (and a confusing swirl of clickbait headlines last year), Anna Faris is not joining the ranks of Buzz, Woody, and company for Toy Story 5. In fact, she kind of wishes she was, but that's not in the cards. Sorry if you had your heart set on Cindy Campbell quipping with Mr. Potato Head.
So, what's up with Toy Story 5 and who actually is coming back for this sequel? Here's how things are shaking out:
This Time, the Toys Get a Wakeup Call… from Electronics
Disney is bringing back Pixar's cash cow franchise for another spin, with a release date set for June 19, 2026. Apparently, this time the gang wrestles with their biggest existential threat yet: modern gadgets. The official line reads something like, 'The toys are back, and this time it’s Toy meets Tech. Buzz, Woody, Jessie, and the rest of the gang’s jobs are challenged when they’re introduced to what kids are obsessed with today… electronics.' So, if you ever wanted to see Woody beef with an iPad, you may finally get your wish.
About That Anna Faris Rumor
The internet got itself worked into a lather last year with supposed 'exclusive' reports that Anna Faris was joining the cast. Faris herself finally had to set the record straight, telling Variety:
"No, that's just a rumor. I'm not in it. I wish I was. I love doing voice work, but no, that was an internet rumor. My mom and dad called me, and they’re like, 'You’re in it?' I was like, 'No, but I wish I was.'"
Gotta love a family that believes what they read online…
So Who Is Actually Voicing Characters in Toy Story 5?
Despite the fake-outs, there are still plenty of familiar and new voices in the mix. Here's the main cast list for now:
- Tom Hanks as Woody (obviously)
- Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear (also obviously)
- Joan Cusack as Jessie
- Greta Lee as Lilypad
- Conan O'Brien as Smarty Pants (yes, really)
- Tony Hale as Forky
- John Ratzenberger as Hamm
- Wallace Shawn as Rex
- Blake Clark as Slinky Dog
- Jeff Bergman as Mr. Potato Head
- Anna Vocino as Mrs. Potato Head
- Annie Potts as Bo Peep
- Bonnie Hunt as Dolly
- Melissa Villaseñor as Karen Beverly
- John Hopkins as Mr. Pricklepants
- Kristen Schaal as Trixie
- Ernie Hudson as Combat Carl
- Keanu Reeves as Duke Caboom
- Craig Robinson as Atlas
- Shelby Rabara as Snappy
- Scarlett Spears as Bonnie
- Mykal-Michelle Harris as Blaze
- Matty Matheson as Dr. Nutcase
Who’s steering the ship this time? Returning Pixar veteran Andrew Stanton (he did Finding Nemo, among others) is co-directing with Kenna Harris. Lindsey Collins is in the producer seat.
To sum it up: Anna Faris is out, the 'tech vs. toys' angle is in, and yes, there really is a character called Dr. Nutcase. The more things change…