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Pixar's 'Elio' Flops: Lowest Opening Weekend Ever

7/1/2025

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Pixar's "Elio" stumbled at the box office, earning only $20.8 million in its opening weekend, the studio's lowest ever. Despite receiving favorable reviews, it faltered against fierce competition from beloved franchises. This disappointing performance ignites worries about the future of original films in an industry increasingly saturated with sequels and remakes.

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Pixar's "Elio" stumbled at the box office, earning only $20.8 million in its opening weekend, the studio's lowest ever. Despite receiving favorable reviews, it faltered against fierce competition from beloved franchises. This disappointing performance ignites worries about the future of original films in an industry increasingly saturated with sequels and remakes.