Tom Hanks revealed that Toy Story 5 contains one of the most heartbreaking scenes in the series’ history. He described a moment where an 8-year-old girl named Bonnie is hurt by hurtful texts about her that she cannot understand, saying, "There's one of the most heartbreaking scenes I've ever seen in any of the Toy Story movies — when that little girl is getting her feelings hurt by what other people are texting about her, and she doesn't understand why." [1]
Hanks reiterated the emotional impact in Mandarin, highlighting how Bonnie experiences pain without knowing what she did wrong. He called the scene prophetic and deeply moving for a children’s film, saying it is very thought-provoking in today's context of kids and toys. [2]
The film, directed by Andrew Stanton, tackles modern family issues surrounding screen time and children's interaction with electronic devices. The story centers on Bonnie receiving her first device, which worries her toys Woody, Bo Peep, and Buzz Lightyear about losing her attention. [2]
Tim Allen, who voices Buzz Lightyear, praised Pixar for addressing the reality of technology. He noted Disney and Pixar examine their own relationship with technology in this film and said, "The movie does not enforce playing with toys but aims to prove that interacting with toys and real life is more fulfilling than being addicted to devices." [2]
The opening scene features 500 Buzz Lightyear toys to illustrate the new dynamic technology introduces to Bonnie’s world. [1, 2]
Toy Story 5 is set for theatrical release on June 19, 2026. [1]
