After a lukewarm theatrical run, Pixar’sEliohas revealed its digital release date. Directed by Madeline Sharafian, Domee Shi, and Adrian Molina,Eliois an animated sci-fi adventure following an alien-obsessed boy (Yonas Kibreab) who finds himself navigating a crisis of intergalactic proportions when he is mistaken for the ambassador of Earth. The film was released in theaters on June 13, 2025.
Elioreceived positive reviews, earning a strong 83% Tomatometer and 90% Popcornmeteron Rotten Tomatoes.However, the Pixar original was a box office disappointment, grossing $148 million against a budget of $150-200 million. While the space-set adventure didn’t quite soar at the box office, fans will soon be able to experience the film from the comfort of home.
Now, Disney has announced thatEliowill be available on digital platforms on Aug. 19,including Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home, as well as on physical formats like 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD on Sept. 9. The digital and disc versions will include various bonus features, such as a gag reel, deleted scenes, featurettes, and more.
Check out the list ofElio’sbonus features below:
The 4K UHD version ofEliowill also be available in a collectible limited edition SteelBook®, featuring some striking cosmic artwork of Elio and his alien companions.
What This Means For Elio
DespiteEliobeing another Pixar feature with heartfelt themes and positive reviews, the movie struggled at the box office. Plenty ofthings went wrong withElio’sbox office, includingalack of marketing amid stiff competition, Pixar fatigue following several original movie underperformers, andElio’slukewarm plotnot being enough to draw a massive audience to theaters.
Eliowill prove a particularly strong hit among families and Pixar completionists, especially with its interesting bonus features and collectible SteelBook®, making it a compelling package for fans of animation, space, and storytelling. Therefore, the home release could give the movie a second life and better commercial performance, easing the sting ofElio’srecord for the lowest opening weekend in Pixar history.
Our Take On Elio’s VOD Release
Eliomay not have been Pixar’s nextInside OutorCoco,but the film still delivered a visually stunning universe, a charming and sincere protagonist, and a genuinely heartfelt story.ScreenRant’sRachel Labonte reviewedElio, saying, “It is just as big-hearted and imaginative as Pixar’s best,” even with the disappointing box office results, praising its critical success despite various challenges.
While it’s not thebest Pixar filmof all time,Eliocertainly stands out as a hidden gem within the studio’s catalog. As a result, with the VOD editions debuting on Aug. 19 and physical versions releasing on Sept. 9, there’s a good chancethe moviewill finally find its audience where many modern Pixar titles now thrive, with its home release.
