All articles tagged with #toy story
Originally Published 13 days ago — by Yahoo
Colin Hanks recalls a family dinner with the Candys during the release of Splash, highlighting Tom Hanks' early hero traits akin to Woody from Toy Story, and reflects on John Candy's legacy and personal struggles, as explored in the documentary 'John Candy: I Like Me'.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Walt Disney Company
Toy Story, released in 1995, revolutionized animation and launched Pixar into a major studio, becoming a beloved franchise with a lasting cultural impact, celebrated with a special 30th anniversary re-release.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by IndieWire
Disney announces release dates for upcoming major films including "The Mandalorian & Grogu," "Toy Story 5," and "Tron: Ares," with "The Mandalorian & Grogu" set for May 22, 2026, "Toy Story 5" for June 19, 2026, and "Tron: Ares" for October 10, 2025. The release of "Moana" and "The Amateur" have been delayed, and new "Star Wars" films directed by Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy and James Mangold are in the works for 2026 and 2027. Additionally, little is known about "Toy Story 5," while "Tron: Ares" is directed by Joachim Rønning and stars Jared Leto. More updates are expected at CinemaCon next week.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
San Francisco's oldest toy store, Jeffrey's Toys, which inspired the Toy Story franchise, is closing at the end of February due to the city's crime and violence, inflation, and the decline in consumer spending. The store, open for 86 years, has struggled in the downtown environment, leading to its closure despite efforts to keep it going. The family behind the store is saddened by the decision, and the closure adds to a list of retailers shutting down in San Francisco in recent years.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by SamMobile - Samsung news
Samsung has partnered with Disney and Pixar to release Toy Story-inspired cases for its Galaxy Buds FE wireless earbuds. The Lotso and Hamm cases are currently available in Korea, with the option to purchase them separately or as a bundle with the earbuds. Samsung plans to release more unique designs through brand partnerships. The cases are also compatible with Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Buds 2.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
The Cavinder twins, social media influencers with over 5 million followers, delighted their TikTok fans by dressing up as Woody and Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story for Halloween. The twins showcased their incredible costumes in a TikTok video, dancing to the film's theme song. In other news, Haley Cavinder announced her return to college basketball for a fifth season, while her sister Hanna plans to remain retired. The twins, who helped Miami reach the Elite Eight in March, are among the top earners in the NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) space and have lucrative endorsement deals.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Athletic
ESPN will debut a "Toy Story"-themed broadcast of the Atlanta Falcons vs. Jacksonville Jaguars game in London, featuring a fully animated copy of the real game happening in Andy's room. The alternate broadcast aims to attract younger viewers and teach them about football through demonstrations and player appearances. Themed broadcasts have gained popularity in recent years, with Nickelodeon also broadcasting NFL games and planning an alternate Super Bowl telecast. The "Toy Story" broadcast will feature animated announcers and characters from the movie series, providing a unique and immersive viewing experience. Both the traditional and themed broadcasts will be available on ESPN+ and NFL+ on October 1.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
Allstate is testing a new sponsorship approach by replacing traditional commercials with football trivia questions from Allstate during the streaming of an NFL game featuring the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Atlanta Falcons. The game will be streamed on Disney+ and ESPN+ and will feature Pixar's "Toy Story" characters emulating the real-life gridiron action. The trivia questions will be integrated into the game breaks, allowing Allstate to reach the audience without disrupting the content. This innovative approach reflects the growing trend of finding alternatives to traditional commercial breaks in streaming services.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Deadline
The upcoming NFL game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Atlanta Falcons on October 1 will be adapted as a fully animated contest set in the Toy Story universe, called Toy Story Funday Football. The game will be streamed on Disney+ and ESPN+, with the main broadcast on ESPN+ and also available on NFL+. Using Next Gen Stats and on-field tracking data, the game will be presented in "Andy's Room" with characters from Toy Story participating. The halftime show will feature Duke Caboom attempting a jump. This marks a new milestone in alternate telecasts, following the success of Monday Night Football with Peyton and Eli.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Nintendo Life
Disney Speedstorm's new season, "To Infinity and Beyond", is all about Toy Story and includes new racers such as Woody, Buzz, Jessie, and Bo Peep, a new 'Andy's Room' track, and two new game modes: 'Colour Match' and 'Follow the Leader'. The game is available now, and Steamboat Mickey and Steamboat Pete will appear in dedicated Time Limited Events later on.