The first teaser for Toy Story 5 reveals a bold new direction, positioning technology — in the form of a smart tablet named Lilypad — as the franchise’s latest “villain.” In the 50‑second clip, a worried crowd of beloved toys including Woody and Buzz Lightyear react in shock as Lilypad arrives for their owner — its arrival framed by the ominous tagline “the age of toys is over…?”
The film seems set to explore modern childhood’s shift from physical play toward screen time, reflecting wider anxieties about rising “iPad‑kid” culture. Directors Andrew Stanton and Kenna Harris describe the project as a “hilarious and poignant” journey, with Lilypad — voiced by Greta Lee — balancing humor and menace.
While full details remain under wraps, the teaser promises a thoughtful confrontation between classic toys and modern technology — and raises questions about the future of play in a digitized world.