Toy Story 5 opens with record box office and new Woody‑Buzz comedic scene

Disney and Pixar released the fifth installment of the Toy Story franchise, debuting in the United States on June 19 and slated for a July 3 theatrical launch in Japan. Within its opening weekend the film earned roughly $160 million (about ¥25.8 billion) in the U.S., and by June 25 worldwide receipts had topped ¥567.8 billion (≈ $352 million), making it the highest‑grossing entry in the series.

A newly released scene highlights the classic rivalry between Woody and Buzz Lightyear. The duo engages in a comic‑toned chase that mirrors the original car‑pursuit sequence from the 1995 film, underscoring the sequel’s homage to its predecessors. Director Andrew Stanton reaffirmed his focus on character‑driven storytelling, noting the importance of moments that capture the fleeting nature of children’s play.

The movie has been well received, with audience scores on Rotten Tomatoes reaching 95%, the highest in the franchise’s history.