Into the Intergalactic! Disney and Pixar’s Elio is Now Streaming on Disney+, Cast, Characters, and Plot

A cosmic adventure with plenty of heart.

In this fun-filled, action-packed cosmic misadventure, Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination, is beamed up to an interplanetary organization with members from galaxies far and wide. Mistaken for Earth’s leader, Elio must form bonds with alien life-forms, navigate an intergalactic crisis, and discover who and where he’s truly meant to be.

Disney and Pixar’s Elio

Released on Disney+ September 17.

For centuries, people have called out to the universe looking for answers. In this fun-filled, action-packed feature film from Disney and Pixar, the universe calls back! The cosmic misadventure introduces Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination and a huge alien obsession. So, when he’s beamed up to the Communiverse, an interplanetary organization with representatives from galaxies far and wide, Elio’s all in for the epic undertaking. Mistakenly identified as Earth’s leader, Elio must form new bonds with eccentric alien life-forms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions, and somehow discover who and where he is truly meant to be.

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What’s the plot of Elio?

The titular character Elio, an 11-year-old space fanatic, is misidentified as an ambassador for Earth and is transported to the Communiverse, where he must navigate a galaxy-wide misunderstanding and discover where he truly belongs.

Who’s in the voice cast of Elio?

The voice cast features Yonas Kibreab, Zoë Saldaña, Remy Edgerly, Brad Garrett, Jameela Jamil, and Shirley Henderson in starring roles.

Who are the key characters in Elio?

Elio Solís (Yonas Kibreab) is the film's protagonist who lives with his Aunt Olga (Zoe Saldaña), a Major in the Air Force, who gave up her dreams to raise her nephew. The colorful lineup of extraterrestrials Elio encounters includes Glordon (Remy Edgerly), Lord Grigon (Brad Garrett), Ambassador Questa (Jameela Jamil), and Ooooo (Shirley Henderson).

Ready for launch?

This chapter in the Disney and Pixar storytelling legacy reaches interstellar realms and invites you to expand your horizons while also learning to appreciate the connections you have here at home, no interplanetary travel required. Add the film to your Watchlist today and set off on an extraterrestrial adventure that the whole family can enjoy!

Looking for more galactic adventures? Check out our Aliens Watch Guide. Can’t get enough Pixar? Explore the full collection on Disney+.