Last Thursday, Disney dubbed its ‘Investor Day’, in which the entertainment launched the news of several projects for the next two years. This includes a Toy Story Prequel series starring Chris Evans, where Lightyear will tell Buzz’s origin story.
Blasting into theaters June 17, 2022, Lightyear is the definitive story of the original Buzz Lightyear. Voiced by @ChrisEvans, get ready to go to “infinity and beyond” with Lightyear. 🚀 👨🚀 pic.twitter.com/LdYXlN33sP
— Pixar (@Pixar) December 11, 2020
This week has clearly been a huge one for movie fans, with 10 new Star War Series, some exciting partnerships with Emeryville’s Pixar, and 10 Marvel series being announced.
Lightyear tells the origin story of the beloved astronaut from the Toy Story franchise. Though originally voiced by Tim Allen, the role will now be reprised by Chris Evans and the film is set to debut in the summer of 2022.
Here’s a first look of the young test pilot that became the Space Ranger we all know him to be today. Lightyear launches into theaters June 17, 2022. pic.twitter.com/QfXnHsBLcO
— Pixar (@Pixar) December 11, 2020
For the first time ever, Pixar has also decided to enter the realm of television with several series, such as Win or Lose, which tells the story of a middle-school football team; a road trip show starring two characters from the Cars franchise.
Next, we're speeding ahead with a new series following Lightning McQueen and Mater on a road trip across the country. Featuring new characters, old friends, and imaginative destinations. Coming to @DisneyPlus in Fall 2022.
— Pixar (@Pixar) December 11, 2020
A dog-centred spin-off of the heart-warming movie Up called Dug Days is also set to premiere, alongside a collection of mini-shorts called Pixar Popcorn and a five-part documentary titled, Inside Pixar.
Turning Red is another new feature in store for 2021 and will be the director of the Academy Award-winning short movie Bao and Luca about a boy and his best friend.
Our next feature film is Luca. It's a celebration of the friendship between a boy named Luca and his best friend Alberto during their unforgettable summer. You won't want to miss Luca, diving into theaters June 2021.
— Pixar (@Pixar) December 11, 2020
It looks like 2021 appears quite promising, but we don’t have to wait too long for something new from Pixar – as Soul will be premiering on Christmas Day, alongside Burrow, on Disney+.
