Toy Story 5 posts $763 M worldwide earnings and sparks debate on screens vs toys

Pixar’s fifth "Toy Story" installment has become the third‑highest‑grossing film of 2026, pulling in about $763 million globally. Box‑office data show $365 million from the United States and Canada and $398 million from other territories, including a strong showing in Colombia.

The film’s plot centers on the arrival of a smart tablet called Lilypad, which captures the attention of the nine‑year‑old protagonist Bonnie and threatens the relevance of her traditional toys. Critics note the movie treats technology as a nuanced challenge rather than a outright villain, prompting parents to discuss screen‑time limits. Psychologists and parents in the United States highlighted the importance of balancing digital devices with hands‑on play for healthy social development.

Voice talent for the Latin American release includes singers Bad Bunny and Belinda, while the soundtrack features a new original song by Taylor Swift. Reviewers praised the animation’s pastel‑inspired visual style and the emotional core that reflects contemporary concerns about imagination in a screen‑driven world.