Why Pixar’s Elio Is the Space Adventure You’ll Want to Own on 4K

Not every Pixar film comes with the fanfare of Toy Story or Inside Out. Some slip through, waiting to be rediscovered. Elio is that movie. And while the box office chatter might have moved on, the home release makes a strong case for why this cosmic coming-of-age story deserves a second look, and a spot on your shelf.

The film itself is pure Pixar: heartfelt, funny, and visually massive. It follows Elio Solís, a kid who suddenly gets mistaken for Earth’s ambassador by a league of alien civilizations. What could’ve been a gimmick ends up being a story about belonging and identity, with the kind of heart Pixar has always delivered.

But here’s where it gets interesting for collectors: the 4K Ultra HD SteelBook®. The artwork is gorgeous, cosmic purples, galaxy swirls, and character details that make it look more like an art print than a Blu-ray case. Open it up and you’ll find vibrant foldout artwork plus discs that feel like they belong in any serious Pixar collection. For fans of physical media, this is one of those editions that feels essential, not just “nice to have.”