Disney and Pixar have released the final trailer for Elio, their upcoming animated adventure about a young boy with a vivid imagination who unexpectedly joins an intergalactic organization. Directed by Madeline Sharafian, Domee Shi, and Adrian Molina, Elio features Yonas Kibreab voicing the titular character. The story follows Elio, who, when beamed up to the Communiverse —a n interplanetary agency with representatives from distant galaxies — finds himself mistaken for Earth’s leader. He must forge bonds with eccentric alien species, navigate a crisis of cosmic proportions, and discover his true purpose.
Other cast members include Zoe Saldana as Aunt Olga, Remy Edgerly as Glordon, Brad Garrett as Lord Grigon, Jameela Jamil as Ambassador Questa, and Shirley Henderson as Ooooo, a liquid supercomputer. The official description teases an epic adventure filled with humor, friendship, and self-discovery.
Pixar faced challenges during the pandemic, with several films released directly on Disney+ or underperforming at the box office. However, Inside Out 2 became their highest-grossing film ever, earning $1.69 billion worldwide. The studio is now working on big sequels: Disney CEO Bob Iger confirmed that Coco 2 is in early development, promising more humor and heart; and Toy Story 5, set for release on June 19, 2026, will see Buzz Lightyear, Woody, and friends facing new challenges in a tech-obsessed world.
