Raising Toy Story 5 rating: what parents of kids 4–7 should know
Toy Story 5 rating: the Pixar movie is rated PG in the US, parental guidance suggested with no age limit, for some thematic elements and rude humor. The UK's BBFC also rates it PG, for mild bad language and rude humour, and Germany's FSK rates it 0, per kino.de. It came out in US theaters on June 19, 2026. Common Sense Media, an independent nonprofit, lists it for ages 5 and up.
Toy Story 5 at a glance
- –Official rating above age 7
MPA: PG; BBFC: PG; FSK: 0 - –Violence in rating descriptors
BBFC advice: very mild slapstick - –Scary content in rating descriptors
No scary descriptor (MPA, BBFC) - –Bad language in rating descriptors
BBFC: mild bad language only - –Sexual content, drugs, or alcohol in rating descriptors
None in MPA or BBFC descriptors - –Rated 12 or higher in the UK or Germany
BBFC: PG; FSK: 0
Each flag is a yes-or-no fact from the sources on this page. The number is a count of flags, not a safety score. How we count. Rating reasons marked mild, very mild, or brief don't count.
| Type | Pixar animated movie (2026): Bonnie's toys compete with a smart tablet named Lilypad |
|---|---|
| US (MPA) | PG (parental guidance suggested; no age limit) — some thematic elements and rude humor source |
| UK (BBFC) | PG (parental guidance; some scenes may be unsuitable for sensitive children) — mild bad language, rude humour source |
| Germany (FSK) | 0 (no age restriction), per kino.de; in German theaters from July 23, 2026 source |
| Release date | US theaters: June 19, 2026 source |
| Common Sense Media | 5+ — peril in rescue scenes; mild language |
Checked October 2026. Ratings and settings change; check the official source before you decide. What do these ratings mean?
Facts for parents, not medical or legal advice. If you're worried about your child, talk to your pediatrician.
What Toy Story 5 is about
Toy Story 5 is the fifth Toy Story film from Pixar, directed by Andrew Stanton. According to the BBFC's synopsis, the toys find their future under threat when their young owner, Bonnie, falls under the spell of a smart tablet. Common Sense Media says the tablet, Lilypad, is voiced by Greta Lee, Bonnie is now 8, and Jessie (Joan Cusack) takes the spotlight. More in our article on Toy Story 5 and Lilypad.
Toy Story 5 rating: what's in it
Short answer: It's PG in the US and the UK, and 0 in Germany.
- US (MPA): PG, for some thematic elements and rude humor.
- UK (BBFC): PG, for mild bad language and rude humour.
- Germany (FSK): 0, per kino.de.
The BBFC describes very mild slapstick shoving and kicking with no injuries, and chases and falls from heights with reassuring outcomes. A toilet-roll-shaped electronic toy makes jokes about poo and bodily functions, and one mildly rude word is used comically. Upsetting scenes show a lonely girl ridiculed by other children and left out of an online group.
Why is Toy Story 5 rated PG?
Short answer: The MPA cites some thematic elements and rude humor.
Looper and other outlets report that it's the first main Toy Story film rated PG instead of G. In the BBFC's description, the themes include Bonnie being ridiculed and excluded online, and the rude humor comes from the toilet-roll toy. Common Sense Media notes that some kids may be upset by the scenes where Bonnie feels rejected by her peers.
Why young kids know Toy Story 5
The film opened to about $160 million in the US and Canada, the biggest opening in the franchise's history, according to Comscore estimates reported by ScreenCrush. Common Sense Media notes that some characters are recognizable toy brands, such as Mr. Potato Head.
The habit kids may copy: one more minute
In the movie, Bonnie's attention moves from her toys to a tablet. Many kids know the feeling of a screen that's hard to put down.
Try tonight: the toys' turn
Before screen time ends, give a two-minute warning, then hand your child a toy: "Screen's done. Now it's the toys' turn." In our program, this is the lesson "I'm the Boss of My Want": practicing the pause between wanting something and getting it.
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FAQ
What is Toy Story 5 rated?
In the US, Toy Story 5 is rated PG (parental guidance suggested, no age limit) for some thematic elements and rude humor. It's PG in the UK and 0 in Germany.
What is the Toy Story 5 age rating?
There's no minimum age in the US: PG means parental guidance suggested. Germany's FSK rates it 0, and Common Sense Media lists 5+.
Why is Toy Story 5 rated PG and not G?
The MPA cites some thematic elements and rude humor. The BBFC describes a toy that makes poo jokes and scenes of a girl being excluded online.
Is Toy Story 5 scary?
The BBFC describes chases and falls from heights with reassuring outcomes. Common Sense Media mentions peril and tension in rescue scenes.
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