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Taylor Swift Reveals Randy Newman Inspired Her New Track for 'Toy Story 5'
Sep 5, 2026
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About Pixar
Pixar is an animation studio known for creating major animated feature film franchises and characters, including the Toy Story series and Cars. The studio collaborates closely with Disney on theatrical releases, home streaming distribution, and franchise music projects.
Recent coverage highlights Pixar's blockbuster success with Toy Story 5, which hauled in over $1 billion at the global box office before transitioning to home digital video platforms and Disney+. The Toy Story series stands as the most-viewed movie franchise on Disney+, accumulating two billion hours of streaming time across its catalog. The studio also maintains musical ties with prominent artists, including composer Randy Newman, Taylor Swift, and Sheryl Crow.
In addition to new feature releases, Pixar's catalog continues to generate theatrical re-releases and spin-offs. The studio marked the 20th anniversary of Cars with a return to movie theaters coinciding with Lightning McQueen Day, alongside brand-extending projects such as a Disney Jr. spin-off series.
- Coverage focuses on Pixar's strategy of maintaining long-term franchise engagement through a combination of major theatrical sequels and retrospective anniversary events.
- Reports also highlight high-profile musical tie-ins and strong home streaming metrics, underlining how the studio's animated properties continue to drive audience reach across multiple platforms.
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Aug 18, 2026
Toy Story 5 launched across digital video platforms for home rental and purchase.
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Sheryl Crow debuted a new theme song for an upcoming Disney Jr. spin-off series set in Pixar's Cars universe.
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Pixar scheduled a 20th anniversary theatrical re-release for Cars starting September 4.
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Disney announced that Pixar's Toy Story 5 would stream on Disney+ starting September 23.
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Taylor Swift revealed that Pixar composer Randy Newman inspired her song written for Toy Story 5.
Taylor Swift Reveals Randy Newman Inspired Her New Track for 'Toy Story 5'
Pixar: your questions
What are Pixar's major animated franchises?
Pixar produces popular animated franchises including the Toy Story series and Cars.
How much money did Toy Story 5 make?
Toy Story 5 earned over $1 billion at the global box office during its summer theatrical run.
When is Cars returning to movie theaters?
Pixar's Cars returns to theaters on September 4 for a 20th anniversary engagement leading into Lightning McQueen Day.
Who created music for Toy Story 5?
Taylor Swift recorded the track 'I Knew It, I Knew You' for Toy Story 5, channeling signature Pixar composer Randy Newman.