Overview

• Elio opened on June 20 to a $21 million domestic debut, marking the weakest opening weekend in Pixar’s history.
• By June 27, the film’s global haul reached $43 million, with $29 million domestic and $14 million international.
• Despite strong reception—83% on Rotten Tomatoes from critics and 91% from audiences—the film’s box office performance lagged expectations.
• Pixar’s official social media channels publicly urged fans to support original stories, highlighting a disconnect between online demand and theater attendance.
• Chief Creative Officer Pete Docter has discussed alternating original films with sequels, and the studio is considering a revised release strategy to balance creative ambition with market realities.