Tom Hanks and Tim Allen discuss Taylor Swift's Toy Story 5 song

Tom Hanks and Tim Allen said they first learned about Taylor Swift's contribution to the Toy Story 5 soundtrack during the film's world premiere ^[1].

The revelation highlights the high-profile nature of the film's audio production and the surprise element maintained by the studio until the red-carpet event. The inclusion of a global superstar like Swift is expected to drive significant interest in the franchise's latest installment.

The actors shared the news during the red-carpet event on June 10, 2026 ^[2]. Along with other co-stars, Hanks and Allen said they discussed the moment they discovered Swift had recorded a song for the movie ^[1]. The premiere took place in the U.S., serving as the official introduction of the film to the public and press ^[3].

While the focus remained on the soundtrack, the event also served as a celebration of the long-standing professional relationships within the cast. Tim Allen said his friendship with Tom Hanks has spanned 30 years ^[4]. Allen said the strength of this bond was due to an early interaction involving a stolen french fry ^[4].

The surprise regarding the soundtrack suggests that the production kept the musical contributions confidential, even from the primary voice actors, until the premiere date. This strategy is common in major studio releases to maximize social media engagement and press coverage during the launch window.

As the film moves toward a wider release, the synergy between the Toy Story brand and Swift's massive fan base is likely to be a central pillar of the marketing campaign. The actors' reactions at the premiere underscore the unexpected nature of the collaboration ^[1].