Disney is poised for a major box office weekend as Toy Story 5 heads into theaters with expectations of one of the strongest openings of the year. Early forecasts suggest the latest Pixar installment could generate $145 million to $150 million domestically across roughly 4,400 screens, with international markets adding another $135 million or more, putting its global opening above $280 million. That would top the opening performance of many recent family releases and surpass the $120 million debut of Toy Story 4. The film features returning voice actors Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, and Joan Cusack, along with a new song by Taylor Swift, while favorable conditions such as summer school breaks and light competition support its prospects. A strong opening would reinforce the value of Disney's family franchises and benefit theater operators, IMAX screens, and merchandise partners like Mattel, with the U.S. box office already up 11.6% year over year to $4.13 billion.
Walt Disney CompanyToy Story 5 is expected to have a $280M global opening, boosting Disney's box office revenue and reinforcing its family franchise value.
Mattel IncStrong Toy Story 5 opening benefits Mattel as a merchandise partner for the franchise.