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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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Mark Kermode

Kermode and Mayo's Take (YouTube)

Visually, it's really fun to watch.

Jun 27, 2025

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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

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Danny Leigh

Financial Times

... The film doesn’t waste anyone’s time, while tackling forever urgent childhood themes: the mysteries of other kids, older kids, adults, yourself.

Rated: 4/5

Jun 24, 2025

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Chase Hutchinson

The Inlander (Spokane, WA)

Where past Pixar films created transcendent, soaring emotion, all you feel here is the cold emptiness of space where there should be a soul.

Rated: 1.5/4

Jun 27, 2025

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Rendy Reviews

Elio is a visually stunning, sweet-natured sci-fi tale. But despite its potential, this Pixar piece feels stuck on Earth, lacking the distinct identity it needs to truly soar.

Rated: 3.5/5

Jun 27, 2025

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Mat Brunet

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Elio is a touching animated feature that takes the concept of the question “Are we alone?” and evolve it into an emotional adventure that Pixar knows how to deliver best.

Rated: 8/10

Jun 27, 2025

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Pixar can do sky high better.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

06/29/25

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Daddy daughter

Interesting twist on the standard plot- misfit does something extraordinary. Kept my attention and the attention of my two daughters (10 and 11) throughout. Didnt like how the protagonist lied throughout the film as that teaches bad habits to the younger audience. Did appreciate the ending from a values perspective though. I wont spoil it for you.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

06/29/25

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Sebastian

Fun movie! emotion, adventure, friendship, good humor, not gonna lie I almost cried.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/29/25

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David M

Elio wants to leave Earth because both of his parents died when he was young.. DOES EVERY KIDS MOVIE LATELY HAVE TO BE DEAD PARENTS OR DEAD KIDS?????

Rated 2 out of 5 stars

06/29/25

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ivan

Loved it. Very entertaining

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/29/25

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Travis

My daughter said 5 stars so who am I to argue 🤷🏻‍♂️

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/29/25

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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): $20.8M
Runtime: 1h 39m
Sound Mix: Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio: Digital 2.39:1