Elio (2025) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination, finds himself on a cosmic misadventure where he must form new bonds with eccentric alien lifeforms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions and somehow discover who he is truly meant to be.
Rated PG • 2025 • 1h 38m
Elio is a heartwarming Pixar sci-fi adventure about a young boy who is accidentally mistaken for Earth's intergalactic ambassador. While the film is largely whimsical, it deals heavily with the emotional weight of grief and loss, as Elio is an orphan living with his aunt. Parents should be aware of moderate sci-fi peril, intense moments of separation, and bullying that includes physical scuffles. It is generally suitable for most… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Elio appropriate for kids?
Elio is a heartwarming Pixar sci-fi adventure about a young boy who is accidentally mistaken for Earth's intergalactic ambassador. While the film is largely whimsical, it deals heavily with the emotional weight of grief and loss, as Elio is an orphan living with his aunt… Read more — free account
Content severity in Elio
What happens in Elio, moment by moment
- 0:05 🔥 Mature Themes 3/10
- 0:18 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:32 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in Elio
None. There is no sexual content or innuendo in the film.
Violence and gore in Elio
Moderate. The film features stylized cartoon combat, including scuffles between bullies and Elio, a brief moment where a character is punched, and intense sci-fi action sequences where aliens threaten to destroy worlds. These are framed as standard animated hero-peril and do not feature graphic injury or gore.
Language in Elio
None. There is no offensive language in the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Elio
None. While a glass of wine is visible on a table in one brief scene, it is never consumed or focused on.
Mature themes in Elio
Strong. The narrative centers heavily on the recent death of the protagonist's parents, which may be upsetting for some children. It also explores complex feelings of loneliness, social isolation, and the pressure to live up to expectations, alongside a plot-relevant dynamic involving a warlord and his son.
Scary moments in Elio
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Elio yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Elio appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Elio is best for ages 7+. It's rated PG. Elio is a heartwarming Pixar sci-fi adventure about a young boy who is accidentally mistaken for Earth's intergalactic ambassador. While the film is largely whimsical, it deals heavily with the emotional weight of grief…
What age rating does Elio have?
Elio is officially rated PG. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is Elio about?
Elio is a heartwarming Pixar sci-fi adventure about a young boy who is accidentally mistaken for Earth's intergalactic ambassador. While the film is largely whimsical, it deals heavily with the emotional weight of grief and loss, as Elio is an orphan living with his aunt. Parents should be aware of moderate sci-fi…
Is there sex or nudity in Elio?
None. There is no sexual content or innuendo in the film.
How violent is Elio?
Moderate. The film features stylized cartoon combat, including scuffles between bullies and Elio, a brief moment where a character is punched, and intense sci-fi action sequences where aliens threaten to destroy worlds. These are framed as standard animated…
Is the language in Elio appropriate for kids?
None. There is no offensive language in the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Elio?
None. While a glass of wine is visible on a table in one brief scene, it is never consumed or focused on.
What mature themes appear in Elio?
Strong. The narrative centers heavily on the recent death of the protagonist's parents, which may be upsetting for some children. It also explores complex feelings of loneliness, social isolation, and the pressure to live up to expectations, alongside a…
How long is Elio?
Elio runs 98 minutes, directed by Domee Shi, Madeline Sharafian, Adrian Molina, released in 2025.
Where can I read the full Elio parent guide?
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