Pixar's latest animated film, "Elio," recorded the lowest opening weekend box office in the studio's history. The film earned $21 million domestically and $14 million internationally, totaling $35 million globally. This performance marks a sharp decline compared to previous Pixar releases, despite the film receiving positive critical reviews. "Elio" was released in over 3,500 theaters across the United States and had a production budget estimated at $150 million, with some reports suggesting total costs including marketing reached $250 million. The domestic opening is the weakest since Pixar's inception in 1995, when "Toy Story" debuted to $29.1 million under very different market conditions. Industry observers have noted the film's third-place ranking at the U.S. box office during its opening weekend, underscoring challenges for original Pixar projects in attracting audiences.