To infinity and beyond…the box office that is!
Since Pixar first announced the franchise sequel back in 2023, fans have been eagerly counting down the days until Jessie, Woody, Buzz, and the rest of the gang were back on the big screen. The anticipation paid off as Toy Story 5 secured a record-breaking opening weekend and claimed the year’s biggest opening.
With an impressive $160 million domestic opening and more than $312 million worldwide, the film’s strong start is a clear sign to Pixar that audiences still have a special place in their hearts for the franchise that launched Pixar’s feature film legacy.
Whether fans are experiencing their first Toy Story film in a theater, or looking through the lens of nostalgia. Toy Story 5 is proving that there is still plenty of excitement surrounding the franchise.
Just over three decades since Toy Story changed animation forever, 4 sequeals, numerous shorts and specials, these toys have continued to connect with audiences across generations. If this opening weekend tells us anything, it’s that these toys won’t be going anywhere.
