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Pixar's 'Elio': Cosmic Adventure Hits Digital Release!

8/20/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Pixar's animated film "Elio" was released digitally on August 19, 2025, with a physical release on September 9.
The story centers on Elio, a boy mistaken for Earth's leader, who embarks on a cosmic adventure with aliens.
Special features include a gag reel, behind-the-scenes content, and deleted scenes.
The voice cast features Yonas Kibreab, Zoe Saldaña, and Brad Garrett.

History

Historical Context

Pixar Animation Studios, founded in 1986, revolutionized animation with "Toy Story," the first fully computer-animated feature film released on November 22, 1995. This innovation established Pixar as a leader in the industry, paving the way for future films like "Elio," released digitally in 2025, which continues to explore themes of identity and adventure through advanced animation techniques.

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Story summary

Pixar's animated film "Elio" was released digitally on August 19, 2025, with a physical release on September 9.
The story centers on Elio, a boy mistaken for Earth's leader, who embarks on a cosmic adventure with aliens.
Special features include a gag reel, behind-the-scenes content, and deleted scenes.
The voice cast features Yonas Kibreab, Zoe Saldaña, and Brad Garrett.

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