“Toy Story 5” is set to release June 19, 2026, according to Variety. O’Brien’s character, Smarty Pants, is a new character to the animated series. O’Brien said in a video Instagram message that he asked to play the role of Woody but was turned down due to it being promised to Tom Hanks, per Deadline.

Comedian and Oscar host Conan O’Brien has been added to the voice cast of “Toy Story 5,” joining Tom Hanks, Tim Allen and other franchise regulars. Emeryville’s Pixar and parent company Disney revealed the casting of O’Brien during the Consumer Products section of Disney’s Licensing Expo presentation on Monday,

Conan O’Brien’s casting in Toy Story 5 is excellent news for the beloved family franchise, which has always made the most of its voice talents.