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Elio

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For centuries, people have called out to the universe looking for answers--in Disney and Pixar's all-new feature film "Elio," the universe calls back! The cosmic misadventure introduces Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination and a huge alien obsession. So, when he's beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization with representatives from galaxies far and wide, Elio's all in for the epic undertaking. Mistakenly identified as Earth's leader, Elio must form new bonds with eccentric alien lifeforms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions, and somehow discover who and where he is truly meant to be.
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Catapulted by its theme of building self-esteem, Pixar's latest cosmic wonder Elio boasts a fanciful world of original creations to dazzling effect.

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With a fool-proof storytelling blueprint, Pixar delivers an out-of-this-world family favorite with Elio -- a visually stunning and emotionally captivating adventure through space for all ages.

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Aparita Bhandari Globe and Mail The animation is charming, as one would expect from a Pixar production, and the characters are likeable enough to spawn off merch. The swell of music at appropriate times keeps you hooked into the action and emotions. Jul 15, 2025 Full Review Mark Kermode Kermode and Mayo's Take (YouTube) Visually, it's really fun to watch. Jun 27, 2025 Full Review Tim Robey Daily Telegraph (UK) The oddity of Elio is that this subplot is quite a lot more touching than the hero’s journey. A father-son reconciliation between these piglet-sized space slugs is the one thing in danger of moistening the eye. Rated: 3/5 Jun 25, 2025 Full Review Maxance Vincent FlickSided You'll come out of Elio pleasantly surprised – and moved – by the impeccable visual storytelling on display, and an earnest emotional center. Rated: 4/5 Jul 25, 2025 Full Review David Griffiths Subculture Entertainment A brave film for Pixar to try and pull off as, let's be honest, it deals with the deep topic of youth suicide. The film works beautifully and hopefully will remind young people how fun life can be. Rated: 3/5 Jul 24, 2025 Full Review Awais Irfan Hollywood News It’s Pixar at its best: weird, wonderful, and emotional storytelling about our very humanity through grandiose, high-concept animated adventures. Elio is about embracing ourselves. We are not alone. And yet again, Pixar is there to show us the way. Rated: 4/5 Jul 23, 2025 Full Review Read all reviews

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jalpa Absolutely beautiful movie, loved it Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/25/25 Full Review Lisa E It was a cute heartfelt movie that kids of all ages would like! Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 07/25/25 Full Review Jesus Gonzalez Pixar just doesn't make movies like before Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 07/25/25 Full Review Sue I liked the animation and the creative storytelling. As an adult, I sometimes get bored during kids movies but this one kept my interest. We all enjoyed it. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/25/25 Full Review Julie S Wonderful and colorful!! Great message and the characters were fabulous and relatable. Gma and kids loved it!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/24/25 Full Review Lara Another great Pixar movie. They seem to have the formula for great kid movies that adults also enjoy. It was a kid friendly length, funny, sweet and not too scary for most of the younger ones. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/24/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis For centuries, people have called out to the universe looking for answers--in Disney and Pixar's all-new feature film "Elio," the universe calls back! The cosmic misadventure introduces Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination and a huge alien obsession. So, when he's beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization with representatives from galaxies far and wide, Elio's all in for the epic undertaking. Mistakenly identified as Earth's leader, Elio must form new bonds with eccentric alien lifeforms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions, and somehow discover who and where he is truly meant to be.
Director
Madeline Sharafian, Domee Shi, Adrian Molina
Producer
Mary Alice Drumm
Screenwriter
Adrian Molina
Distributor
Disney/Pixar
Production Co
Pixar Animation Studios
Rating
PG (Thematic Elements|Some Action/Peril)
Genre
Kids & Family, Comedy, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Animation
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 20, 2025, Wide
Box Office (Gross USA)
$69.0M
Runtime
1h 39m
Sound Mix
Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Digital 2.39:1