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Pixar's Elio Struggles: $130M Box Office Disappointment

7/29/2025

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Pixar's new film, Elio, is facing a tough battle at the box office, raking in only $130 million against a hefty $200 million budget. While critics have praised it, behind the scenes, turmoil reigned with reports of a "catastrophic" production and director shake-ups. After a triumphant year with Inside Out 2, Elio now risks becoming Pixar's biggest disappointment.

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Pixar's new film, Elio, is facing a tough battle at the box office, raking in only $130 million against a hefty $200 million budget. While critics have praised it, behind the scenes, turmoil reigned with reports of a "catastrophic" production and director shake-ups. After a triumphant year with Inside Out 2, Elio now risks becoming Pixar's biggest disappointment.