Get Ready for a Record-Breaking Weekend: ‘Toy Story 5’ Poised to Open with $150 Million-Plus

Senior Film and Media Reporter

It's time to get excited: 'Toy Story 5' is on the cusp of making box office history. This highly anticipated animated film, directed by Andrew Stanton and featuring a star-studded voice cast including Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, and Joan Cusack, is projected to rake in $145 million to $150 million in its opening weekend. And if initial ticket sales are any indication, this number could soar even higher, potentially reaching $160 million to $175 million.

So, what's behind 'Toy Story 5's' expected record-breaking debut? For one, the film is the latest installment in Disney and Pixar's beloved animated franchise – and it's clear that audiences are hungry for more. After all, Disney's recent animated sequels, including 2024's 'Inside Out 2' and 2025's 'Zootopia 2,' have already proven themselves to be huge box office draws, raking in $1.6 billion and $1.8 billion, respectively.

But 'Toy Story 5' is more than just a sequel – it's an expertly crafted story that tackles real issues, like kids' addiction to screens. The film follows the gang of anthropomorphic toys as their owner Bonnie becomes increasingly obsessed with her new favorite gadget, a kiddie smart tablet known as Lilypad. With its sterling reviews and high-concept plot, it's no wonder that 'Toy Story 5' is shaping up to be a major hit.

And 'Toy Story 5' isn't the only exciting film hitting theaters this weekend. Two other movies, 'The Death of Robin Hood' and 'Leviticus,' will premiere alongside it, each with its own unique style and tone. The latter, a supernatural horror movie about conversion therapy, has already gained a reputation as a potential sleeper hit.

In the meantime, let's take a moment to talk about the summer movie season as a whole. According to Rentrak, the domestic box office is currently 13% ahead of last year, with standout films like 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' helping to propel the summer season forward. And with a slew of big-budget fare on the horizon, including 'The Devil Wears Prada 2' and 'Michael,' it's clear that this will be a summer to remember.

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