Breaking: Disney+ Confirming Elemental Release Date Sparks Excitement After Blockbuster Pixar Movie Triumphs at Box Office

Summary

Pixar's Elemental is now confirmed to be releasing on Disney Plus on September 13, meaning audiences don't have long to wait to watch the movie at home.

Good Chemistry: The Making of Elemental, a documentary showcasing the behind-the-scenes of the film's production, will have its debut on Disney Plus simultaneously. Despite receiving lukewarm reviews and facing shifts in audience movie preferences, the film initially had a disappointing start at the box office. However, it ultimately succeeded in finding its audience, debunking the perceived failure associated with it.

Pixar's Elemental has made a remarkable comeback at the box office and will soon be available on Disney Plus. Directed by Peter Sohn, this latest Pixar film tells the story of Ember and Wade, two opposing elements in a city where earth, air, fire, and water coexist. Although the film initially had a disappointing start, it has experienced a significant resurgence. Disney has now revealed that Elemental will be released on Disney Plus on September 13. Check out the release date announcement video below:

A making-of documentary called Good Chemistry: The Making of Elemental will premiere on the same day for those looking to learn how the film came together.

Elemental's Theatrical Journey Explained

Early reviews for Elemental were generally positive, but not as overwhelmingly positive as other beloved Pixar classics like Finding Nemo and Toy Story. Similarly, it didn't receive the same level of praise as more recent releases like Turning Red. While the movie captures many of the trademark elements of a Pixar film, including well-developed characters, humor, and emotional depth, critics felt that it lacked the unique magic found in some of the studio's best works.

This somewhat positive but not exceptional critical response was reflected in the film's box office performance. With an opening weekend earning of $29.6 million, it marked the second-lowest box office opening in Pixar's history. Marketing and reviews played a part in these underwhelming numbers, but the impact of the pandemic on consumer behavior and Pixar's decision to release the film through streaming platforms likely contributed as well. Given its hefty budget of $200 million, many believed Elemental would be deemed a financial failure, unable to recoup its costs. However, despite the disappointing start, the movie defied expectations and ultimately achieved a modest level of success.

Despite a lack of initial interest from moviegoers during its opening weekend, the film's substantial weekend-to-weekend box office declines demonstrate that it eventually found its audience. Elemental has now earned a respectable $480 million at the global box office, with a significant portion of that revenue, amounting to over $326 million, coming from international markets. The performance of Elemental on Disney Plus is yet to be determined, but it has the potential to become a favored option for home viewing, appealing to both those who have already seen it in theaters and those eager to witness it for the first time.