A new Toy Story is always more than just a movie moment. It’s a family event, a return to childhood nostalgia, and a reason for generations of fans to forge new connections around characters that have been cherished for decades. With Toy Story 5 coming to theaters this Friday, June 19, it’s the perfect opportunity for retailers to bring the movie magic off the screen and into their children’s and gift sections.
Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and the gang are back in a story that pits toys against tech as they face a new enemy: a frog-shaped tablet named Lilypad who’s determined to make screen time reign supreme over old fashioned analog toys.
Even though the official release date is days away, buzz is already building! Critics have awarded the film some early praise, and Taylor Swift’s new original song for the soundtrack, “I Knew It, I Knew You,” is bringing fresh star power to this already beloved franchise. For parents who grew up with Toy Story and kids discovering it for the first time, this release has all the ingredients of a summer hit: timeless characters, cross-generational appeal, a certified pop hit, and classic Pixar heart.
Get in on this pop culture moment and keep the story going even after the credits roll with new children’s books like the Disney and Pixar Toy Story 5 Little Golden Book, Pop-Up Peekaboo! Disney Pixar Toy Story, or Don’t Close This Book! With manga collections, stickers, board books, and even a beautifully packaged character treasury with decorated edges that feature Andy’s iconic cloud wallpaper pattern, our Toy Story collection has formats to fit any kind of little reader.
Tell customers “you’ve got a friend” with gifting tables that feature tie-ins for these much loved characters. Check out our collection below to explore all things Toy Story, and don’t forget to catch the movie this Friday!
