Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story 5” is projected to set a franchise preview record at Thursday night screenings, according to box office reporting. Deadline cites industry sources saying the film is in play for roughly $13 million to $14 million in previews, potentially exceeding previous franchise benchmarks. Deadline also notes that any total above $12 million would be a record preview night for the franchise, referencing “Toy Story 4,” which posted a franchise record from previews beginning in 2019. The outlet frames the outlook as based on “in play” expectations for the night’s totals.
Other coverage included in the provided excerpts focuses on early critical response and positioning for the weekend, with reviewers and publications describing the film as a “cautionary” or thoughtful update within the familiar series framework. At least one outlet suggests the movie is on pace for a franchise-best debut, while others characterize it as a warm, wry continuation. Taken together, the reports emphasize both the commercial expectations for the preview period and the early reception of the film’s themes and tone.
