Global entertainer Bad Bunny will be part of the voice cast for the upcoming animated film Toy Story 5, portraying a character known as Pizza with Sunglasses. The role was confirmed this week by Pixar ahead of the movie’s June 19, 2026 release date in the United States.
The announcement came alongside the release of the final trailer for Toy Story 5, which also revealed new cast additions and story elements for the fifth installment of the long-running franchise. Bad Bunny, whose real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, is among several new voices joining returning cast members such as Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, and Joan Cusack.
Character Details and Casting Highlights
According to Pixar’s official materials, Pizza with Sunglasses is described as part of a group of overlooked toys living in an abandoned backyard shed. The character has a playful design: a slice of pizza outfitted with dark eyewear. Pixar shared a brief animated clip showcasing the character in motion.
Disney and Pixar characterized the role as Bad Bunny’s first significant voice cameo in a major animated studio release, moving beyond the music and live-action projects in which he has previously appeared. Bad Bunny’s film credits include parts in features such as Bullet Train, Caught Stealing, and Happy Gilmore 2, and his work in Toy Story 5 adds a new genre to his screen presence.
Pixar’s promotional descriptions indicate that Pizza with Sunglasses is part of an ensemble of peripheral figures that the franchise introduces in this chapter, aimed at broadening the variety of toy personas on screen alongside legacy characters.
Expansion of Voice Ensemble
Toy Story 5 brings together a mix of familiar and new voices. In addition to Bad Bunny’s role, the cast includes established actors and performers who voice original and novel characters. Some of the voice cast members confirmed so far are:
- Greta Lee as Lilypad, a tech-inspired toy
- Conan O’Brien as Smarty Pants
- Craig Robinson as Atlas, a friendly GPS-style toy
- Shelby Rabara as Snappy, a camera toy
- Alan Cumming in the role of Evil Bullseye
- Tom Hanks in the iconic role of Woody
- Tim Allen as Buzz Lightyear
- Joan Cusack as Jessie
These additions reflect an effort by the studio to integrate both voices associated with the franchise and new characters that expand the setting of the film.
Marketing and Trailer Response
The studio released the final theatrical trailer alongside ticket availability for Toy Story 5. Promotional clips highlight core members of the toy ensemble facing challenges introduced in the new plot, which centers on shifts in playtime preferences and technological distractions within children’s entertainment.
Pizza with Sunglasses, along with other newly revealed figures, has appeared in marketing teasers that aim to create buzz among audiences leading up to the film’s wide release. The focus on showcasing a range of characters, from returning favorites to entirely new personalities, is part of the promotional strategy.
Bad Bunny’s Role in Context of Career Moves
Bad Bunny’s involvement adds to an expanding portfolio of screen work. The artist, whose music has achieved widespread chart success, has increasingly taken on acting roles in diverse projects. His participation in Toy Story 5 places him within one of the most recognized animated series in film history and reflects ongoing interest by studios in blending talent from music, film, and popular culture.
His casting continues a trend of well-known performers joining animated features, contributing not only voice work but also broader attention to high-profile releases. Toy Story 5 represents one of the first major voice performances in Bad Bunny’s career, distinguishing it from prior on-screen appearances that involved live-action acting roles.
Release Timing and Broader Franchise Activity
The release of Toy Story 5 is scheduled for June 19, 2026. The film marks the latest chapter in a series that began in 1995 and has introduced a wide array of characters over multiple installments. In this edition, toys encounter evolving dynamics as children’s interests continue to shift in ways reflected in the storyline, which includes both classic and new characters responding to modern play habits.
The announcement of Bad Bunny as Pizza with Sunglasses represents part of the wider rollout of casting news and promotional content designed to engage audiences ahead of the film’s theatrical opening.
