‘Toy Story 4’ is another masterpiece, according to first reactions

Gregory Wakeman
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The first reactions to Toy Story 4 are in and they're very, very positive
The first reactions to Toy Story 4 are in and they're very, very positive

The first reactions to Toy Story 4 have emerged and they are extremely positive, with reporters insisting that it possesses more humor and emotion than its previous installments.

Considering that Toy Story 3 is rightfully regarded as the pinnacle of the franchise and a downright masterpiece, that should be more than enough to get fans of the franchise hugely excited for its impending return.

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You can take a look at a selection of the first reactions to Toy Story 4 below.

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Toy Story 4 revolves around Woody, Buzz and the rest of the gang going on a road trip with Bonnie and her new toy Forky, who is a spork with google eyes and pipe cleaner arms.

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - JUNE 08: Tom Hanks, Annie Potts, Tim Allen, Tony Hale, Christina Hendricks and Keanu Reeves visit Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios on June 08, 2019 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by John Parra/Getty Images for Disney)
ORLANDO, FLORIDA - JUNE 08: Tom Hanks, Annie Potts, Tim Allen, Tony Hale, Christina Hendricks and Keanu Reeves visit Toy Story Land at Disney's Hollywood Studios on June 08, 2019 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by John Parra/Getty Images for Disney)

On the trip, though, Woody suddenly finds his long-lost friend Bo Peep, who causes him to reconsider what he wants from his life as a toy.

Read more: Bo Beep gets a makeover in Toy Story 4

We’ll finally get more detailed reviews for Toy Story 4 next week, while it will finally be released into cinemas on June 21.

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