Toy Story 5 Hits Home Video With DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD Release
Toy Story 5 home video release officially arrives today, September 22, bringing Disney and Pixar’s latest animated adventure to DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD following its successful theatrical run.
The fifth installment of the long-running Toy Story franchise has already become a major global box-office success. Disney reported that the film crossed $1.1 billion worldwide, while its opening weekend generated an estimated $312 million globally, making it the biggest opening weekend in the franchise and the largest global opening of 2026 at the time.
The home entertainment release gives audiences another opportunity to revisit Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Jessie and the rest of the toys as they face a new challenge created by technology.
Toy Story 5 Arrives on DVD, Blu-ray and 4K
Disney and Pixar announced that Toy Story 5 would arrive on physical home-video formats on September 22, 2026.
The release includes:
- DVD
- Blu-ray
- 4K Ultra HD
- Limited-edition 4K SteelBook
- Digital editions and collections
The film first became available for digital purchase on August 18 through platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango at Home.
The physical release follows roughly a month after the digital debut.
A $1 Billion-Plus Box Office Hit
Toy Story 5 opened in theaters on June 19, 2026, and quickly became one of the year’s biggest films.
Disney reported that the movie earned approximately $312 million worldwide during its opening weekend, including $160 million domestically and $152 million internationally. The performance represented the biggest opening in Toy Story franchise history.
By early September, Disney said the movie had surpassed $1.1 billion at the global box office.
The performance also extended the franchise’s long-standing commercial reach, with the first four Toy Story films having generated more than $3 billion globally before the fifth movie’s release.
The Story Brings Toys and Technology Together
The central storyline of Toy Story 5 introduces a new challenge for Bonnie’s toys.
Bonnie becomes interested in Lilypad, a frog-shaped smart tablet voiced by Greta Lee. The device changes the dynamics inside Bonnie’s room and creates a conflict between traditional toys and technology.
Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Jessie must adapt to a world where screen-based entertainment competes with traditional playtime.
Pixar describes the film as “Toy Meets Tech,” with the toys confronting Lilypad and its ideas about what Bonnie needs.
The technology theme gives the latest installment a different central conflict while keeping the franchise focused on friendship, childhood and the relationship between children and their toys.
Woody, Buzz and Jessie Return
Several of the franchise’s most recognizable characters return for the fifth movie.
Woody, voiced by Tom Hanks, returns to Bonnie’s room after being separated from the group and works with Buzz to help rescue their friends.
Buzz Lightyear, voiced by Tim Allen, takes on a new role alongside Jessie while helping protect playtime.
Jessie, voiced by Joan Cusack, is now the sheriff of Bonnie’s room and plays a central role in trying to keep the toys together.
The film also introduces new characters, including Lilypad and Smarty Pants.
Andrew Stanton Returns to the Franchise
Toy Story 5 is directed by Andrew Stanton, with Kenna Harris serving as co-director.
Stanton has been closely connected to Pixar and the Toy Story franchise since its early years. The film continues the franchise’s tradition of allowing its characters and audience to grow together.
Disney has described the fifth movie as another chapter in a franchise that has connected with multiple generations since the original Toy Story premiered in 1995.
What Is Included in the Home Release?
The physical editions contain several bonus features for fans interested in the production of the film.
Additional content includes:
- The Toys Are Back in Town
- Casting Playtime
- 50 Buzzes and The Great Escape
- The Lost Toys
- Gag reel
- Deleted scenes
- Feature commentary
The deleted-scene collection includes sequences such as “First Meet,” “Failed Rescue,” “Playtime,” “Goodbye Charlie” and “Reunion.”
The digital edition also includes music-video content connected to the film.
4K Ultra HD Edition Adds Premium Home Viewing
The 4K Ultra HD release provides a higher-resolution option for viewers with compatible home entertainment equipment.
According to the announced specifications, the 4K edition features Dolby Vision/HDR presentation and Dolby Atmos audio, while the 4K disc uses a 100GB capacity.
A limited-edition SteelBook version is also part of the September 22 physical release.
For collectors, Disney is additionally offering a five-film Toy Story collection containing all five movies.
Taylor Swift’s Song Also Features in the Release
The movie includes the original song “I Knew It, I Knew You,” performed by Taylor Swift.
The song is connected to the film’s story and Jessie, while the home release includes both a music video and lyric video as digital-only extras.
The inclusion of new music continues Pixar’s tradition of using original songs as part of the emotional storytelling surrounding its characters.
Disney+ Release Follows the Physical Edition
The physical release is also being followed by the movie’s arrival on Disney+.
Toy Story 5 is scheduled to begin streaming on Disney+ on September 23, 2026, one day after the DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD release.
This gives viewers several ways to watch the film at home, from digital purchase and physical discs to subscription streaming.
The rollout also extends the film’s commercial life beyond theaters, allowing Disney to continue reaching the franchise’s established audience.
A Franchise That Continues Across Generations
The Toy Story franchise has been part of popular culture since the original movie was released in 1995.
Disney says the franchise has continued to connect with multiple generations, with audiences who originally watched the first films as children now introducing the series to their own families.
That multigenerational audience has also translated into strong streaming interest. Disney reported that the first four Toy Story films generated more than 60 million hours of Disney+ viewing ahead of the fifth movie’s theatrical release.
The franchise has also accumulated more than $3 billion in global theatrical revenue across its first four films.
What Happens Next?
With Toy Story 5 now moving into the physical home-entertainment market and Disney+ release, the film enters another phase of its commercial run.
The September 22 release gives collectors access to DVD, Blu-ray and 4K editions, while the September 23 Disney+ debut provides another viewing option.
The film’s home release also includes a substantial collection of bonus material, allowing fans to explore deleted scenes, production features, casting and other behind-the-scenes content.
Looking Ahead
The Toy Story 5 home video release marks another milestone for one of Pixar’s longest-running franchises.
After a theatrical run that surpassed $1.1 billion globally, the movie is now expanding into physical and streaming home entertainment. Its combination of returning characters, a technology-focused storyline and new characters such as Lilypad gives the fifth installment its own identity while continuing the broader Toy Story story.
With DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD arriving on September 22 and Disney+ following on September 23, Toy Story 5 is now moving from a major theatrical release into its next stage of home entertainment.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When did Toy Story 5 come out on DVD?
Toy Story 5 was released on DVD on September 22, 2026. The same date applies to the Blu-ray and 4K Ultra HD physical editions.
2. When was Toy Story 5 released digitally?
The movie became available for digital purchase on August 18, 2026, through platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango at Home.
3. When does Toy Story 5 arrive on Disney+?
Toy Story 5 is scheduled to arrive on Disney+ on September 23, 2026.
4. Is Toy Story 5 available in 4K?
Yes. Disney and Pixar released Toy Story 5 on 4K Ultra HD, including a limited-edition SteelBook version.
5. How much did Toy Story 5 make worldwide?
Disney reported that Toy Story 5 crossed $1.1 billion worldwide following its theatrical release.
6. Who directed Toy Story 5?
The film was directed by Andrew Stanton, with Kenna Harris as co-director.
7. Who voices Woody in Toy Story 5?
Tom Hanks returns as the voice of Woody, while Tim Allen returns as Buzz Lightyear and Joan Cusack voices Jessie.
8. Who is Lilypad in Toy Story 5?
Lilypad is a frog-shaped smart tablet that becomes a major new presence in Bonnie’s life. The character is voiced by Greta Lee.
9. What bonus features are included?
The physical editions include behind-the-scenes features, deleted scenes, a gag reel and commentary. The digital edition also includes music-video content.
10. What is Toy Story 5 about?
The film follows Woody, Buzz, Jessie and the other toys as they face a new challenge after Bonnie becomes interested in Lilypad, a technology-focused tablet that changes the dynamics of playtime.
