Toy Story 5′ Soars to Million on Opening Day

Toy Story 5′ Soars to $71 Million on Opening Day

June 20, 2026 discoverhiddenusacom Entertainment

Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5” earned $71 million on Friday from 4,425 North American theaters, according to box office reports. Forecasters expect the film to earn between $150 million and $175 million over the weekend, which would set a new franchise record for opening weekends.

The current opening record is held by “Toy Story 4,” which earned $120 million. This performance is critical for Disney, as the film carries a $250 million production budget in addition to marketing costs.

How does “Toy Story 5” compare to other new releases?

The film significantly outperformed this weekend’s other major newcomer, “The Death of Robin Hood.” The A24 release earned an estimated $1.1 million domestically on its opening day from 1,782 theaters, according to reports.

How does “Toy Story 5” compare to other new releases?

Writer-director Michael Sarnoski’s film, starring Hugh Jackman, is expected to earn approximately $2.5 million over the full weekend. It finished eighth in the Friday rankings.

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Which films rounded out the box office top five?

Steven Spielberg’s “Disclosure Day” took second place with $4.9 million on Friday. Universal spent $115 million on production and $80 million on marketing for the alien conspiracy thriller, which is expected to reach a North American total of $78.4 million by Sunday.

Focus Features’ “Obsession” placed third, grossing $4.7 million on Friday. Entering its sixth weekend, the film is expected to collect $14 million over the weekend.

A24’s “Backrooms” took fourth place with $2.4 million on Friday and may reach a domestic total of $175 million by Sunday. Paramount’s “Scary Movie” landed in fifth with $2.1 million on Friday and is expected to reach a $97 million domestic total.

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that the $250 million production cost of “Toy Story 5” places immense pressure on the film to sustain its opening momentum. While a record-breaking start is a positive indicator, the high overhead means the film’s long-term profitability depends on its ability to maintain high ticket sales beyond the first weekend.

What is the plot and cast of “Toy Story 5”?

The story features Buzz, Woody, and Jessie battling a smart tablet named Lilypad. The edutainment device threatens to take over their playtime with Bonnie.

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Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, and Joan Cusack return to the voice cast. New additions include Keanu Reeves, Greta Lee, Craig Robinson, Alan Cumming, Conan O’Brien, and Bad Bunny.

What happens next for these releases?

Analysts expect “Toy Story 5” to cement the best opening weekend in the history of the franchise. Depending on final counts, the film could reach as high as $175 million by Sunday night.

“Disclosure Day” may see a continued decline in viewership, as it is projected to experience a 61% drop from its previous weekend.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the Friday opening for “Toy Story 5”?
The film earned $71 million from 4,425 North American theaters.

Who stars in “The Death of Robin Hood”?
The film stars Hugh Jackman in the title role, alongside Jodie Comer, Bill Skarsgård, Jade Coot, and Katie Breen.

How much did Universal spend on “Disclosure Day”?
Universal spent $115 million on production and an additional $80 million on marketing.

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