Conan O'Brien Joins Toy Story 5 in Enigmatic Role

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

O'Brien shared his involvement through a humorous skit on his official TeamCoco Instagram account, playfully suggesting he pitched Disney to voice either Woody or Buzz Lightyear. However, fans can rest assured that Tom Hanks and Tim Allen are set to reprise their iconic roles.

While no further details about Smarty Pants have been revealed, the announcement has sparked curiosity and speculation among fans about the character's role in the story. Could Smarty Pants be an electronic toy, perhaps even an antagonist to our beloved toy heroes? Only time will tell.

*Toy Story 5* promises to bring back Woody, Buzz, and the rest of Pixar's cherished cast for a new adventure. The film will explore the challenges faced by traditional toys in a world increasingly dominated by gadgets and technology.

O'Brien's casting marks the first new character announcement for *Toy Story 5*, hinting at the significance of his role in the movie.

This upcoming sequel will be the first major addition to the *Toy Story* franchise since *Toy Story 4* in 2019. It follows the less successful spin-off, *Lightyear*, which debuted in 2022 and focused on the in-universe adventures of the original Buzz Lightyear character.

Disney aims to revitalize the *Toy Story* brand with this new installment, despite the challenges of following the critically acclaimed original trilogy.

Mark your calendars: *Toy Story 5* is slated to hit theaters on June 19, 2026. It will be the first in a series of new sequels to classic Pixar films, with *Incredibles 3* and *Coco 2* also in the pipeline.