‘Toy Story 3’: Ken, Mr. Pricklepants and more are added to the toy box

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First, Buzz Lightyear arrived from a faraway galaxy (store). Then, Jessie and Stinky Pete and the crew were added to the stash. Now there are lots of new characters joining Woody, Hamm, Mr. Potato Head and the other original toys as ‘Toy Story 3’ rolls into theaters this summer (June 10). Ken, Mr. Pricklepants, Stretch and others await their marketing spotlight. -- Jevon Phillips

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