✨Will Pixar Make Elio 2? Or Is This the End of Elio’s Journey?

When Pixar released Elio in June 2025, it promised audiences an imaginative and heartfelt journey through space — a lonely boy mistaken as Earth’s ambassador, befriending alien life, and finding his place in the universe. But after a modest box office run and mixed signals from Disney, fans are wondering: Will there ever be an Elio 2?

Let’s explore how Elio performed, what the story leaves open, and what the chances are of seeing Elio, Glordon, and the Communiverse again.

🚀 How Did Elio Do at the Box Office?

Pixar’s Elio opened at $20.8M in the US — their lowest opening weekend ever — and despite positive reviews, it struggled to compete against big franchises like How to Train Your Dragon and 28 Years Later.

After four weeks, it crossed $119M worldwide against a hefty estimated budget of $150–200M, meaning it likely did not break even, especially after marketing costs.It was a tough summer for original, non-franchise films, with even glowing critical reception unable to pull Elio into blockbuster territory.

Still, the film has developed a small but passionate fanbase that connects deeply with Elio’s loneliness, his friendship with Glordon, and the colorful, eccentric Communiverse.

🌌 Does Elio Leave Room for a Sequel?

Absolutely. Here are just a few reasons why a sequel could happen — creatively, if not financially yet:

• The mid-credits scene shows Elio and Bryce still communicating with Gordon over ham radio, suggesting the door is open for more adventures.

• Elio’s decision to stay on Earth leaves room for him to return to the Communiverse if it faces another crisis — or if Glordon needs help again.

• The concept of the Communiverse is vast and unexplored, with countless alien species and politics to dive into.

And of course, Pixar loves crafting emotional stories about characters growing into their roles — a teenage Elio learning to lead and becoming a true ambassador could make a compelling follow-up.

💸 But Will Pixar Actually Make Elio 2?

That’s the big question. While the story has potential, Pixar and Disney usually base sequels on two factors:

✅ Strong box office performance

✅ Merchandising and long-term fan demand

With Elio underperforming financially, Pixar may hesitate to greenlight a sequel immediately. Instead, they could wait to see if the film finds a bigger audience on Disney+ (like Elemental did) and builds cult status.

Pixar has been more cautious lately, with Inside Out 2 and the upcoming Coco 2 focusing on proven hits.

Still, it wouldn’t be impossible. Even films like Cars, which didn’t win over critics, earned sequels thanks to toy sales and a dedicated audience. If Elio's merchandise, streaming numbers, and fan campaigns show strong support, Disney could revisit the idea.

👽 Our Take: Is Elio 2 Likely?

At the moment?🪐 Unlikely — but not impossible.

The groundwork is there, the creative team clearly loves the world, and the mid-credits scene hints they had more story in mind. But Pixar might need to see stronger fan enthusiasm and streaming numbers before taking the leap.

🌠 What Could Elio 2 Be About?

Here are some speculative ideas fans are already dreaming about:

• Elio, now a few years older, is called back to the Communiverse when a new alien threat emerges.

• Glordon asks for help freeing his species from his father’s lingering influence.

• Olga takes on a bigger role, perhaps as Earth’s official ambassador this time.

• Elio learns to balance his Earthly responsibilities with his interstellar friendships.

📣 Final Thoughts

While Elio wasn’t a box office smash, it’s a heartfelt, imaginative story that deserves more love. Whether Disney and Pixar invest in Elio 2 may depend on how many of us keep showing up, watching, and talking about it.

So, what do you think?

🌌 Would you want to see Elio return to the Communiverse?

✨ What adventures should he and Glordon have next?