Overview
- Elio began streaming on Disney+ on September 17 after its June theatrical release and an expedited home rollout.
- ComicBook.com reported the film reached the number one spot on Disney+ one day after its debut.
- Collider, citing FlixPatrol, said Elio ranked fifth on its first day, trailing Lilo & Stitch, Thunderbolts*, The Incredibles and Incredibles 2.
- The film holds an 83% critics’ score on Rotten Tomatoes and earned about $154 million worldwide after a weak opening weekend for Pixar.
- Coverage has also noted reported production turmoil, including Adrian Molina’s departure after story changes and the arrival of Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian.