American animator, film director and screenwriter
CBR Oct 13
Pixar Veteran Explains Why ‘Good’ Movie Ideas Get Shelved After a Full Year of Work
cbr.com/pixar-movie-ideas-shelved-jason-katz-interview/
CBR Oct 03
Toy Story 5 Had a Very Specific Plan for Its Most Controversial Character: The Toy Story franchise's most controversial character came with a "delicate balance" ...
cbr.com/toy-story-5-lilypad-specific-plan-jason-katz/
CBR Oct 01
Why Toy Story 6 Isn't Guaranteed, According to Pixar Script Supervisor: After the stunning success of the fifth film in the beloved Pixar franchise ...
cbr.com/why-toy-story-6-isnt-guaranteed-jason-katz/
ICYMI: Andrew Stanton has a philosophy on storytelling for the audience that more studio executives and viewers should take a moment to understand ... Show more
Quote Of The Day By Andrew Stanton: 'Make The Audience Put Things Together.' - SlashFilm
Quote Of The Day By Andrew Stanton: 'Make The Audience Put Things Together.' - SlashFilm
ICYMI: Andrew Stanton has a philosophy on storytelling for the audience that more studio executives and viewers should take a moment to understand ... Show more
Quote Of The Day By Andrew Stanton: 'Make The Audience Put Things Together.' - SlashFilm
Quote Of The Day By Andrew Stanton: 'Make The Audience Put Things Together.' - SlashFilm
‘Toy Story 5’ Lands Disney+ Streaming Date: ‘Toy Story 5’ is directed by Andrew Stanton and co-directed by Kenna Harris.
deadline.com/2026/08/toy-story-5-disney-streaming-1237060830/
Paid articlePaywallICYMI: Andrew Stanton has a philosophy on storytelling for the audience that more studio executives and viewers should take a moment to understand ... Show more
Quote Of The Day By Andrew Stanton: 'Make The Audience Put Things Together.' - SlashFilm
Quote Of The Day By Andrew Stanton: 'Make The Audience Put Things Together.' - SlashFilm
Quote Of The Day: Andrew Stanton On What To Give The Audience: Andrew Stanton has a philosophy on storytelling for the audience that more studio executives and ...
slashfilm.com/2228181/quote-of-the-day-andrew-stanton-audience/
'Toy Story 6': Confirmation, Cast, Plot, & Everything We Know: If they've done five, why not do five more? Here's what the creative team has said about making ...
movieweb.com/toy-story-6-everything-we-know/
Opinion“Toy Story 5” Won’t Leave Kids to Their Own Devices: Justin Chang reviews “Toy Story 5,” in which Jessie, Woody, and Buzz Lightyear confront a looming ...
newyorker.com/culture/the-current-cinema/toy-story-5-wont-leave-kids-to-their-own-devices
'Toy Story 6': Confirmation, Cast, Plot, & Everything We Know: If they've done five, why not do five more? Here's what the creative team has said about making ...
movieweb.com/toy-story-6-everything-we-know/
The Best Movies of 2026 (So Far): "Toy Story 5"
Variety's Owen Gleiberman calls it the “Abbey Road” of the “Toy Story” movies because it’s a ... Show more
“Toy Story 5” director and screenwriter Andrew Stanton on Taylor Swift's new song "I Knew It, I Knew You":
“It’s incredible just how ... Show more
Key FactsTaylor Swift Debuts Song for Toy Story 5
Jun 1, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thewrap.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thewrap.com
- Taylor Swift is releasing a new song titled 'I Knew It, I Knew You' for Toy Story 5 on June 5.
- The track, co-written with Jack Antonoff, draws inspiration from the character Jessie’s ongoing story arc.
- This song will be included on the movie’s soundtrack, which launches alongside the film on June 19.
- Director Andrew Stanton praised Swift’s connection to the character and the song’s seamless fit within the Toy Story universe.
It’s incredible just how meaningful it’s been having Taylor write and perform this song, director and screenwriter Andrew Stanton said in a statement. Her connection to Jessie and the immediate way she understood what the character was going through was undeniable. The song is so deeply connected to Toy Story. So much so that on first listen, it instantly felt like it had always belonged there, like a long-lost family member. It was kismet.— Andrew Stanton (director and screenwriter) said in a statement
Opinion“Toy Story 5” Won’t Leave Kids to Their Own Devices: Justin Chang reviews “Toy Story 5,” in which Jessie, Woody, and Buzz Lightyear confront a looming ...
newyorker.com/culture/the-current-cinema/toy-story-5-wont-leave-kids-to-their-own-devices
Toy Story 6 Chances After Surprise Pixar Sequel Addressed By Co-Creator: Exclusive: Andrew Stanton addresses the chances of Toy Story 6 and beyond after Pixar ...
screenrant.com/toy-story-6-future-andrew-stanton/
Lindsey Collins, Kenna Harris, Conan O'Brien, Scarlett Spears, Tom Hanks, Tim Allen, Joan Cusack, Greta Lee, Taylor Swift and Andrew Stanton take a group ... Show more
Taylor Swift Surprises With Performance At ‘Toy Story 5’ Premiere In Los Angeles, Including Randy Newman Duet
Taylor Swift Surprises With Performance At ‘Toy Story 5’ Premiere In Los Angeles, Including Randy Newman Duet
DiscussingFilm Jun 14
‘TOY STORY 5’ directors Andrew Stanton and Kenna Harris explain why they gave Woody a bald spot.
“It started out as a gag from our story department.. ... Show more
‘Toy Story 5’ probably won’t be the last time we see Woody, Buddy, Jessie, and the gang on screen.
Andrew Stanton, longtime ‘Toy Story’ writer and director ... Show more
‘Toy Story 5’ Probably Won’t Be the Last ‘Toy Story’ We Get
‘Toy Story 5’ Probably Won’t Be the Last ‘Toy Story’ We Get
GamesRadar+ Jun 14
Toy Story 5 director Andrew Stanton thinks Buzz and Woody have seen each other since they parted ways in Toy Story 4: "I hope you don't spend that ...
gamesradar.com/entertainment/animation-movies/toy-story-5-director-andrew-stanton-thinks-buzz-and-woody-have-seen-each-other-since-they-parted-ways-in-toy-story-4-i-hope-you-dont-spend-that-long-waiting-till-you-see-your-old-friend-again/
‘Toy Story 5’ director and screenwriter Andrew Stanton said of Taylor Swift’s collaboration:
“It’s incredible just how meaningful it’s been having Taylor ... Show more
New Toy Story Spinoffs After Lightyear's $200M Box Office Bomb Addressed By Co-Creator
screenrant.com/toy-story-spinoffs-lightyear-bomb-andrew-stanton/
Woody's Shocking Toy Story 5 Design Change Addressed By Pixar Team: EXCLUSIVE: After more than 30 years, Woody is getting a design change in the upcoming film ...
screenrant.com/toy-story-5-woody-design-change-controversial-stanton-harris-jordan/
DiscussingFilm Jun 06
Andrew Stanton says the main reason he wanted to do ‘TOY STORY 5’ was to explore Jessie in a central role.
“I think a lot of us felt it was kind of overdue… ... Show more
Tom Hanks’ reaction to Woody's 'traumatising' bald spot in Toy Story 5 revealed: Toy Story 5 star Tom Hanks was tickled by the physical transformation Woody ...
metro.co.uk/2026/06/15/tom-hanks-couldnt-stop-laughing-woodys-new-look-toy-story-5-28737395/
“I wrote this song as soon as I got home from the screening,” Swift said. “Sometimes you just know, right?” #ToyStory5 director and screenwriter Andrew Stanton ... Show more
DiscussingFilm Jun 09
‘TOY STORY 5’ directors Andrew Stanton and Kenna Harris tell us why they cast Greta Lee as Lilypad.
“The sound of her voice alone ... Show more
GamesRadar+ Jun 12
Jessie is the heart of Toy Story 5 because "she had a deep well to draw from" and Woody "needed a break," Andrew Stanton says
gamesradar.com/entertainment/animation-movies/jessie-is-the-heart-of-toy-story-5-because-she-had-a-deep-well-to-draw-from-and-woody-needed-a-break-andrew-stanton-says/
DiscussingFilm Jun 07
Andrew Stanton explains that LilyPad isn't fully a villain in ‘TOY STORY 5’ and is well-intentioned.
“No parent willingly puts a device in the hands of ... Show more
Greta Lee, playing Lily Pad in #ToyStory5 , tells THR her favorite #ToyStory film while standing next to director Andrew Stanton.
DiscussingFilm May 27
Andrew Stanton and McKenna Harris say they gave Woody a bald spot in ‘TOY STORY 5’ to show how much he's aged whilst travelling ... Show more
'Toy Story 5' Filmmakers Reveal How Sequel Story Changed Completely During Development
movieweb.com/toy-story-5-story-changes-lilypad/
CBR May 27
Taylor Swift's Toy Story 5 Involvement Officially Addressed by Directors: Swifties fully believed Taylor Swift has a song on the new Toy Story 5.
cbr.com/taylor-swift-toy-story-5-song-addressed-directors/
CBR May 27
Toy Story 5 Director Officially Confirms an 84-Year-Old Disney Easter Egg That Fans Will Adore
cbr.com/toy-story-5-director-confirms-bambi-easter-egg/
MovieWeb’s Joe Deckelmeier sat down with director Andrew Stanton, co-director Kenna Harris, and producer Lindsey Collins to talk about why 'Toy Story ... Show more
ComingSoon by Mandatory May 27
Why Toy Story 5 Shifted Focus From Woody to Jessie as Lead: Director Andrew Stanton has explained why he chose Jessie as the lead of Toy Story 5 instead of the ...
comingsoon.net/movies/news/2139268-toy-story-5-lead-woody-jessie-replaced-director-tom-hanks
CBR May 27
Sorry, Tom Hanks: 50 Buzz Lightyears Are The Real Star of Toy Story 5: Based on footage CBR was able to see, Buzz Lightyear is going to steal scenes in the ...
cbr.com/50-buzz-lightyears-steal-toy-story-from-tom-hanks/
🚀 Wait... Toy Story 5 could have been VERY different?! 🤠
Director Andrew Stanton, co-director Kenna Harris, and producer Lindsey Collins reveal the original ... Show more
Growing up with 'Toy Story': Reflecting on over 30 years with Woody and Buzz: Writer-director Andrew Stanton has spent more than half his life with 'Toy ...
thestar.com.my/lifestyle/entertainment/2026/05/22/growing-up-with-039toy-story039-reflecting-on-over-30-years-with-woody-and-buzz
Toy Story 5 director reveals why he made his first Pixar movie in 10 years: Toy Story 5 director Andrew Stanton talks sequels, childhood, and the future of Pixar ...
polygon.com/toy-story-5-director-interview/
They’re not playing around! 🤠🚀 The #ToyStory5 posse squares off against tech age foes for EW’s Summer Movie Preview, celebrating 30 years of the beloved #ToyStory ... Show more
According to Andrew Stanton, Pixar could make a 'TOY STORY 6 & 7'
According to Andrew Stanton, Pixar could make a 'TOY STORY 6 & 7'
Pixar's Andrew Stanton says the 'Lightyear' conversation 'was never that uncomfortable' with Tim Allen: 'He was way more ... Show more
ew.com/andrew-stanton-reveals-tim-allen-lightyear-feedback-conversation-exclusive-11959287?taid=69f221aa9b8adf0001469c13
ew.com/andrew-stanton-reveals-tim-allen-lightyear-feedback-conversation-exclusive-11959287?taid=69f221aa9b8adf0001469c13
mb.com.ph May 04
Manila Bulletin Entertainment : Andrew Stanton has spent more than half his life with "Toy Story." He was the lead writer on the first three, a script savior on the fourth ... Show more
Summer Movie Preview: 'Toy Story 5' confronts the screentime conundrum: Andrew Stanton has spent over half his life with “Toy Story.” He’s contributed to every ...
apnews.com/article/toy-story-5-movie-andrew-stanton-34af3a8622b0fc6981b4413be64a9b5a
Conan O'Brien voices potty-training tech Smarty Pants in 'Toy Story 5,' and director Andrew Stanton shares his offer letter to the comic: ... Show more
ew.com/toy-story-5-conan-obrien-offer-letter-smarty-pants-potty-training-tech-exclusive-11958128?taid=69f1086a3a71fd0001873fdc
ew.com/toy-story-5-conan-obrien-offer-letter-smarty-pants-potty-training-tech-exclusive-11958128?taid=69f1086a3a71fd0001873fdc
gulftoday.ae Apr 30
Andrew Stanton reflects on his 30 years with ‘Toy Story’: Andrew Stanton has spent more than half his life with “Toy Story.” He was the lead writer on the first ...
gulftoday.ae/culture/2026/04/30/andrew-stanton-reflects-on-his-30-years-with-toy-story
CBR Apr 27
Toy Story 5 Makes Franchise Record With Unexpected Rating: Toy Story 5 marks a first for the franchise with its official rating.
cbr.com/toy-story-5-unexpected-rating/
Tributes to 'Stan the Man' rugby player Andrew Stanton: WARM tributes have been paid to a much-loved grandad and rugby player who made a remarkable impact both ...
stroudnewsandjournal.co.uk/news/26009863.tributes-stan-man-rugby-player-andrew-stanton/
EXCLUSIVE: ‘Paradise’ star Krys Marshall is joining the cast of ‘Toy Story 5,’ helmed by Pixar veteran and two-time Oscar-winning director Andrew Stanton ... Show more
Tributes to 'Stan the Man' rugby player Andrew Stanton: WARM tributes have been paid to a much-loved grandad and rugby player who made a remarkable impact both ...
stroudnewsandjournal.co.uk/news/26009863.tributes-stan-man-rugby-player-andrew-stanton/
CBR Apr 08
Toy Story 5 Director Reveals Why Pixar Returned to the Franchise 7 Years Later: Toy Story 5 director Andrew Stanton reveals why now was the perfect time to ...
cbr.com/toy-story-5-pixar-franchise-return-explained-andrew-stanton/
'WALL-E' Director's First Live-Action Sci-Fi Film in 14 Years Was Just Quietly Released on Hulu
collider.com/in-the-blink-of-an-eye-andrew-stanton-sci-fi-hulu/
'In the Blink of an Eye' Review: Three Interconnected Stories, One Bad Film: 'WALL-E' director and Pixar vet Andrew Stanton returns to live-action filmmaking ...
movieweb.com/in-the-blink-of-an-eye-review/
In the Blink of an Eye review: Hulu's sci-fi epic should have been a Pixar movie: Pixar director Andrew Stanton (Finding Nemo, WALL-E) returns to live-action ...
polygon.com/in-the-blink-of-an-eye-review-hulu/
ComingSoon by Mandatory Mar 11
Toy Story 5 Director Reacts to His Biggest Disney Flop Becoming Cult Classic: The director of Toy Story 5 has reacted to his biggest Disney flop becoming a cult ...
comingsoon.net/movies/news/2106452-toy-story-5-andrew-stanton-reacts-john-carter-cult-classic
ComingSoon by Mandatory Mar 11
Toy Story 5 Director Reveals How Close They’re to the Finish Line : Toy Story 5 director has provided a fresh update on the progress of Toy Story 5 ...
comingsoon.net/movies/news/2106379-toy-story-5-update-director-andrew-stanton
Andrew Stanton admits in court papers he posted videos on TikTok that threatened a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer last year ... Show more
Kenosha man pleads guilty to threatening federal agent on TikTok
Kenosha man pleads guilty to threatening federal agent on TikTok
Andrew Stanton on ‘In the Blink of an Eye,’ ‘Toy Story 5’ and Why His Future Is in Live-Action
thewrap.com/creative-content/movies/andrew-stanton-interview-in-the-blink-of-an-eye-toy-story-5-pixar/
'In the Blink of an Eye' Review: Three Interconnected Stories, One Bad Film: 'WALL-E' director and Pixar vet Andrew Stanton returns to live-action filmmaking ...
movieweb.com/in-the-blink-of-an-eye-review/
Rashida Jones says Pixar's Andrew Stanton gave her the best writing advice: Jones and Daveed Diggs (Hamilton) discuss working with Stanton on the ...
polygon.com/rashida-jones-daveed-diggs-interview-blink-of-an-eye/
Decider Mar 01
Stream It Or Skip It: ‘In the Blink of an Eye’ on Hulu, a Muddled Bit of Pseudo-Profound Sci-fi Mumbo-Jumbo from Director Andrew Stanton
decider.com/2026/02/28/in-the-blink-of-an-eye-hulu-review/
In the Blink of an Eye review: Hulu's sci-fi epic should have been a Pixar movie: Pixar director Andrew Stanton (Finding Nemo, WALL-E) returns to live-action ...
polygon.com/in-the-blink-of-an-eye-review-hulu/
GamesRadar+ Feb 26
John Carter director says say he "would not change anything" about the divisive box office flop, but thinks it would work better as a streaming ...
gamesradar.com/entertainment/fantasy-movies/john-carter-director-says-say-he-would-not-change-anything-about-the-divisive-box-office-flop-but-thinks-it-would-work-better-as-a-streaming-series/
'In the Blink of an Eye' Review: Three Interconnected Stories, One Bad Film: 'WALL-E' director and Pixar vet Andrew Stanton returns to live-action filmmaking ...
movieweb.com/in-the-blink-of-an-eye-review/
After 10 Years, a Pixar hitmaker returns to live-action with ‘In the Blink of an Eye’
sfchronicle.com/entertainment/movies-tv/article/andrew-stanton-blink-of-an-eye-21352430.php
Go Inside the Worlds of Andrew Stanton’s Sweeping New Sci-Fi Film (Exclusive): 'In the Blink of an Eye,' starring Rashida Jones, Kate McKinnon ...
gizmodo.com/andrew-stanton-blink-of-an-eye-behind-the-scenes-2000724769
'In the Blink of an Eye' Review: Pixar's Hitmaker Strikes Out With His Second Live-Action Film
collider.com/in-the-blink-of-an-eye-review-andrew-stanton-kate-mckinnon-rashida-jones-daveed-diggs-sundance/
Oscar-Winning Director's Savagely Panned Sci-Fi Movie 'In the Blink of an Eye' Gets First Trailer
movieweb.com/sci-fi-movie-in-the-blink-of-an-eye-gets-first-trailer/
DiscussingFilm Feb 03
First trailer for ‘IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE’, a new film from ‘Wall-E’ and ‘Finding Nemo’ director Andrew Stanton
The film follows 3 storylines, from past ... Show more
Film Updates Feb 03
The official trailer for Andrew Stanton’s ‘IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE’ has been released.
Premiering February 27 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+
‘In the Blink of an Eye’ Review: Andrew Stanton’s Latest Is Ambitious and Affecting
thewrap.com/creative-content/movies/in-the-blink-of-an-eye-review-andrew-stanton/
DiscussingFilm Jan 28
Andrew Stanton tells us about weaving 3 separate generational stories together into one narrative for his new film ‘IN THE BLINK OF AN EYE’
“It become ... Show more
DiscussingFilm Jan 27
‘TOY STORY 5’ director Andrew Stanton tells us how doing more ‘Toy Story’ sequels is similar to the world of ‘Game of Thrones’
“It’s always been a series ... Show more
‘In The Blink of An Eye’ director Andrew Stanton shares the backstory for the creation of this film | #SundanceFilmFestival
fictionhorizon.com Jan 19
This is The Biggest Box Office Disaster in Movie History: In 2012, Disney took a huge gamble on a live-action sci-fi film directed by Andrew Stanton ...
fictionhorizon.com/this-is-the-biggest-box-office-disaster-in-movie-history/
