Conan O'Brien Joins Toy Story 5 in Enigmatic Role

Disney has officially confirmed Conan O’Brien for a key role in Toy Story 5. The charismatic late-night host will lend his voice to a newly-introduced character known as Smarty Pants, marking the first time a fresh face has been announced for the highly anticipated sequel.

O’Brien shared the exciting news with his fans via an amusing skit posted on his TeamCoco Instagram account. In the clip, he humorously jokes about asking Disney if he could step into the iconic roles of Woody or Buzz Lightyear instead. Thankfully, Tom Hanks and Tim Allen are reprising their legendary parts as Woody and Buzz, respectively.

Details about Smarty Pants remain scarce, leaving audiences to ponder the enigmatic nature of this new addition to the Toy Story universe. Could this electronic toy serve as a potential rival for our beloved toy heroes, navigating the challenges posed by a tech-savvy generation?

Set to premiere on June 19, 2026, Toy Story 5 aims to reintroduce audiences to Woody, Buzz, and the gang as they confront a modern world increasingly captivated by gadgets and digital innovation. This installment marks the first significant entry in Pixar’s beloved franchise since Toy Story 4 in 2019, following the lukewarm reception of Lightyear, a spin-off film released in 2022.

Despite the pressure to live up to the series’ acclaimed legacy, Disney is optimistic about reviving interest in the core Toy Story brand. Alongside Toy Story 5, upcoming projects such as Incredibles 3 and Coco 2 further underscore the studio’s commitment to revisiting its cherished franchises.