Disney announced a sweeping Blockbuster Summer initiative that bundels the studio’s biggest film releases with a new line of technologically advanced Toy Story 5 toys. The rollout, according to the report, will feature the return of The Mandalorian, a live‑action Moana, Spider‑Man: Brand New Day, and the much‑anticipated Toy Story 5, all suported by a range of interactive merchandise.

16‑inch “Ultimate Action” Woody and Buzz Lightyear Figures Bring Live‑Like Interaction

The centerpiece of the toy collection, as the source notes, is the 16‑inch “Ultimate Action” figures of Woody and Buzz Lightyear. these figures combine traditional pull‑string and button play with an “Alive Mode” that lets children clap or press triggers to animate facial expressions and head movements. when both figures are in Alive Mode and placed near each other, they can even simulate conversations, recreating the franchise’s iconic friendship.

From Pizza Trucks to Remote‑Controlled Horses: A Broad Play Palette

Beyond the lead characters, Disney is offering a range of play patterns. the Imaginext Pizza Planet Truck, for example, launhes pizza‑themed projectiles with a red power pad and includes Buzz and an alien figure. The 7‑inch Playscale figures boast over eight articulated joints, while the Critter Talk Jessie figure can say more than 35 phrases and interact with a small Jimmy‑Dean pig. A Giddy‑Up Bullseye RC horse provides remote‑controlled movement and a signature wiggly dance, and a LEGO Disney and Pixar Toy Story 5 Blaze’s Horse Ranch invites younger fans to build and create.

Disney Consumer Products Seeks to Extend Theatrical Magic Into Homes

According to the report , Disney Consumer Products aims to “extend the magic of the theater into the homes of millions of families ,” ensuring that the excitement of the big screen is matched by tangible joy of play. The company’s strategy is to coordinate the film releases with a global product rollout, turning movie moments into interactive experiences that can be enjoyed at home.

Who Will Own the New Interactive Toy Line?

While the source details the product features, it does not disclose which retailers will carry the new line or the pricing strategy. Disney’s partnership with major toy distributors remains unclear, leaving questions about availability and market reach unanswered.