Conan O'Brien Joins Toy Story 5 in Enigmatic Role

Exciting news for fans of the Toy Story franchise: Disney has enlisted the talents of Conan O'Brien for a role in the much-anticipated Toy Story 5. The redheaded chat show host will lend his voice to a new character named Smarty Pants, adding a fresh twist to the beloved series.

O'Brien shared the news of his involvement through a humorous skit on his official TeamCoco Instagram account, playfully suggesting he tried to snag the roles of Woody or Buzz Lightyear. Fortunately, Tom Hanks and Tim Allen are set to reprise their iconic roles, ensuring continuity for the cherished characters.

While details about Smarty Pants remain under wraps, speculation is rife among fans about the nature of this mysterious new addition. Could Smarty Pants be an electronic toy, perhaps even an antagonist to our favorite toy heroes? Only time will reveal the true identity and role of this intriguing character.

Toy Story 5 promises to bring back Woody, Buzz, and the entire Pixar ensemble for a new adventure. This time, they'll navigate a world where kids are increasingly drawn to gadgets and technology, presenting new challenges for the traditional toys.

O'Brien's casting marks the first new character announcement for Toy Story 5, indicating its significance to the storyline. This sequel follows Toy Story 4, which hit theaters in 2019, and the spin-off Lightyear in 2022, which, despite its focus on the original Buzz Lightyear, didn't meet expectations.

With Toy Story 5 slated for release on June 19, 2026, Disney aims to reinvigorate the main Toy Story series, despite the challenge of following the critically acclaimed original trilogy. Moreover, fans can look forward to more sequels in the coming years, including Incredibles 3 and Coco 2.