Disney has enlisted the talents of Conan O'Brien for a role in the much-anticipated Toy Story 5. The redheaded comedian will lend his voice to a new character named Smarty Pants, adding a fresh twist to the beloved franchise. O'Brien shared his excitement about joining the project through a playful skit on his official TeamCoco Instagram account, where he humorously suggested he wanted to voice either Woody or Buzz Lightyear. Fortunately, fans can rest assured that Tom Hanks and Tim Allen will reprise their iconic roles.

While no further details on Smarty Pants have been revealed, speculation abounds about this mysterious new addition to the Toy Story universe. Could Smarty Pants be an electronic toy or perhaps an antagonist to our favorite characters? Only time will tell.

Toy Story 5 promises to bring back Woody, Buzz, and the entire gang for another thrilling adventure. This time, they'll navigate a world increasingly dominated by gadgets and technology, presenting new challenges and opportunities for the traditional toys.

O'Brien's casting marks the first announcement of a new character for Toy Story 5, hinting at the significance of Smarty Pants within the storyline. This film represents the first major entry in the Pixar series since Toy Story 4 in 2019. Following the 2022 release of the Lightyear spin-off, which was met with lukewarm reception, Disney aims to revitalize the core Toy Story brand with this sequel.

Toy Story 5 is scheduled to hit theaters on June 19, 2026. This release is part of a broader strategy by Disney to continue the legacy of its classic Pixar films, with sequels like Incredibles 3 and Coco 2 also in the pipeline.