'Toy Story 5' Eyes $275M Global Franchise Record Box Office Opening
Toy Story 5 is projected to achieve a franchise-record global opening of $275 million, with $140 million expected from the North American market. Directed by Andrew Stanton, the film focuses on Jessie's character arc and is expected to dominate the summer 2026 box office.
Why it matters
The film's performance is a critical indicator of the health of the theatrical exhibition industry and Pixar's ability to maintain franchise longevity.
We ve seen Woody s origins tale in Toy Story 2, Buzz Lightyear s in spinoff Lightyear and all the toys nearly getting incinerated in Toy Story 3, but the fifth time around, it s Jessie s story.
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