Disney has brought on board the charismatic Conan O'Brien for a new role in the eagerly anticipated *Toy Story 5*. O'Brien, known for his red hair and witty humor on late-night TV, will lend his voice to a mysterious character named Smarty Pants. This exciting news was shared by O'Brien himself through a humorous skit on his official TeamCoco Instagram account, where he playfully suggested he wanted to voice Woody or Buzz Lightyear. Fortunately, fans can rest easy knowing that Tom Hanks and Tim Allen will reprise their iconic roles.
While no further details about Smarty Pants have been disclosed, speculation is rife among fans about the character's potential role in the story. Could Smarty Pants be a tech-savvy toy, possibly an antagonist to our beloved traditional toys?
*Toy Story 5* will see Woody, Buzz, and the rest of Pixar's cherished characters embarking on a new adventure. This time, they'll navigate a world where children's interests have shifted towards gadgets and technology. O'Brien's casting as Smarty Pants is the first announcement of a new character for the film, hinting at his significant role in the upcoming story.
The film marks the first major installment in the *Toy Story* series since *Toy Story 4* in 2019. Despite the lukewarm reception to the 2022 spin-off *Lightyear*, Disney is optimistic about revitalizing the main *Toy Story* franchise. *Toy Story 5* is set to hit theaters on June 19, 2026, and is part of a slate of sequels to beloved Pixar films, including *Incredibles 3* and *Coco 2*.
