Toy Story 4 (2019)

Kernel Score: 84% · 10,383 ratings · Rated G

Genres: Family, Comedy, Animation, Adventure

Released: 2019-06-19

Runtime: 100 minutes

Is Toy Story 4 worth watching?

Worth watching. A warm, funny final-feeling chapter for Woody and the gang, with Forky as a great new addition. It's not as strong as the third film but still charming.

Watch it if you

  • loved the earlier Toy Story films
  • enjoy gentle Pixar humour
  • want a family film

Skip it if you

  • haven't seen the earlier films
  • want a fresh story

Best for: Family movie night

Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.

Where to watch Toy Story 4

  • Stream: Disney+
  • Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
  • Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube

US availability, updated 2026-10-23.

Overview

Woody has always been confident about his place in the world, devoted to taking care of his kid—whether that's Andy or Bonnie. But after Bonnie creates a reluctant new toy called "Forky", a road trip adventure alongside old and new friends challenges everything Woody believes about loyalty, purpose, and what it truly means to be a toy.

Toy Story 4 parents' guide: all ages

Parents need to know that this G-rated animated sequel is gentle family fare built around loyalty, friendship, and finding one's purpose.

  • Violence & scariness: A little — Only mild cartoon peril appears, including a mildly creepy antique-shop antagonist and rescue-mission scrapes, nothing scary or graphic.

Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official G rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.

Movies like Toy Story 4

If you liked Toy Story 4, these are the movies we'd watch next.

  • Toy Story 3 (2010) — 93%: The emotional third film in the series.
  • Toy Story (1995) — 96%: The original and still a classic.
  • Toy Story 2 (1999) — 87%: Funny, adventurous second film.
  • Monsters, Inc. (2001) — 89%: Pixar adventure with a lovable duo.
  • The Incredibles (2004) — 85%: Pixar family adventure.
  • Inside Out (2015) — 89%: Thoughtful Pixar film about feelings.

Director

Josh Cooley

Cast

Toy Story 4 FAQ

Is Toy Story 4 worth watching?

Worth watching. A warm, funny final-feeling chapter for Woody and the gang, with Forky as a great new addition. It's not as strong as the third film but still charming.

Where can I watch Toy Story 4?

In the US you can stream Toy Story 4 on Disney+ and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.

Is Toy Story 4 OK for kids?

Toy Story 4 is rated G. Fresh Kernels suggests all ages. Parents need to know that this G-rated animated sequel is gentle family fare built around loyalty, friendship, and finding one's purpose.

What movies are like Toy Story 4?

If you liked Toy Story 4, try Toy Story 3, Toy Story, Toy Story 2 and Monsters, Inc..