Release Date: June 20, 2025
Cast: Yonas Kibreab, Zoe Saldau00f1a, Remy Edgerly, Brad Garrett, Jameela Jamil, Shirley Henderson
Director: Madeline Sharafian, Adrian Molina, Domee Shi
Writer: Adrian Molina
Studio: Walt Disney Pictures
Running Time: 99 minutes
MPAA Rating: Rated PG for some action/peril and thematic elements

Elio

In a world where dreams meet the cosmos, the teenage Elio is a spirited space enthusiast known for his wild imagination and insatiable curiosity about the universe. Living on Earth, he spends his days daydreaming about interstellar adventures and endlessly reading about alien civilizations, often to the bewilderment of his friends and family. Little does he know that his enthusiastic chants to the universe are about to yield a mind-boggling response.

One fateful day, while stargazing in his backyard, a mysterious beam of light engulfs Elio, transporting him to the Communiverse, a vibrant and chaotic intergalactic organization that serves as a hub for beings from an incredible array of planets. As he arrives, Elio is swept into a whirlwind of bizarre encounters with aliens of all shapes, sizes, and eccentricities. But confusion dances in the air when he is mistaken for Earth’s official representative, inadvertently thrust into a role he never sought.

As Elio grapples with his unexpected new identity, he realizes that his real challenge is more than just navigating alien customs—he must unite a motley crew of flamboyant species who each have their own unique gifts and quirks. With beings like the shape-shifting Glaxter, the melodious carebot Zuzu, and the wise yet forgetful elder Ordnax at his side, Elio learns to embrace teamwork, creativity, and understanding in a way he never imagined.

However, as the Communiverse faces an impending cosmic crisis that threatens all life across galaxies, Elio discovers that it’s not merely his knowledge of aliens but his humanity, humor, and ingenuity that hold the key to forging peace among warring factions. In a tight race against time, Elio must summon all his bravery and resourcefulness to bring the aliens together and save the day, ultimately discovering what it truly means to be a leader. The adventure challenges his understanding of friendship, acceptance, and the importance of listening to voices—whether they come from Earth or the far-flung corners of the universe.