In a still from Disney and Pixar’s Elio, Elio (voiced by Yonas Kibreab), left, and Glordon (voiced by Remy Edgerly), right, are excitedly riding in a light blue cup-shaped vehicle through the Communiverse. They’re holding onto the vehicle for dear life. Elio has a patch over one eye and his mouth is open in a wide smile; Glordon’s tongue is sticking out of one side of his mouth.

Meet the Characters of Disney and Pixar’s Elio

By Courtney Potter

People have called out to the universe looking for answers for thousands of years… and in Disney and Pixar’s latest animated feature, Elio, the universe actually calls back!

Elio (voiced by Yonas Kibreab) is a space fanatic with a very active imagination and a huge alien obsession. So when said aliens receive a message from Earth and make contact, he knows it’s the real thing. Trouble is, when they beam Elio up to the Communiverse—an interplanetary organization with representatives from all manner of galaxies—everyone assumes he’s the leader of Earth, and he’s plunged into a crisis of truly epic proportions. All along, he’s somehow got to discover who and where he’s really meant to be.

With Elio now in theaters, we’re taking a look at who populates Elio’s worlds—both here on Earth and in the colorful Communiverse.

In a still from Disney and Pixar’s Elio, 11-year-old Elio (voiced by Yonas Kibreab) is lying on the beach wearing a homemade cape, a t-shirt featuring a green alien, and a communication device on his head made out of a pasta strainer and other random parts. He is smiling and looking out toward the sky with his arms outstretched.

Elio Solis (voiced by Yonas Kibreab)

Elio is an 11-year-old who doesn’t feel like he fits in on Earth. He loves his Aunt Olga, and he knows she loves him, too, but she doesn’t really get him. Obsessed with space, Elio’s favorite pastime is trying to make contact with aliens. He desperately wants to get abducted, so he’s over the moon, literally, when he’s beamed up to a special place in space where planetary leaders convene. Mistaken for the leader of Earth, Elio will do anything to prove his worth, even if it means spearheading negotiations with a slightly crazed space warrior.

“Elio’s parents passed away when he was younger,” says producer Mary Alice Drumm. “He’s lonely. He sees this magnificence in space—the promise of life—and he puts all his energy into that. He really believes that’s where he’ll find true connection.”

In a still from Disney and Pixar’s Elio, Olga Solis (voiced by Zoe Saldaña) is staring at several computer screens to her left. She is wearing a headset and has an inquisitive look on her face. Her hair is slicked back and she is wearing fatigues.

Olga Solis (voiced by Zoe Saldaña)

Olga is a brilliant Major in the Air Force, stationed at Montez Air Force Base. Well-respected and highly decorated, Olga had plans to pursue the astronaut program. But her career trajectory changed when her nephew Elio came to live with her following the loss of his parents. Olga’s pivot into parenthood was sudden and not without hiccups—Elio’s passion for space makes him hard to reach sometimes, but she loves him dearly. She wants more than anything for him to find his place in the world—as long as it’s on Earth.

“She’s a really captivating character,” says director Madeline Sharafian. “She’s a military woman—very focused, very passionate. She always dreamed of becoming an astronaut—but these days, she wants nothing more than for Elio to stop looking to the stars and start living his life with her.”

In a still from Disney and Pixar’s Elio, Elio (voiced by Yonas Kibreab), left, and Glordon (voiced by Remy Edgerly), right, are standing in the middle of the Communiverse and taking in the incredible view around them. Glordon is an adorable alien of the Hylurgian species, which looks like a worm with giant teeth, no discernable eyes, and several arms. He has a huge smile on his face. Elio looks happy too; he has an eyepatch over one eye and is holding a glass of Glorp, the drink of choice in the Communiverse. Ooooo the supercomputer can be seen to Elio’s left.

Glordon (voiced by Remy Edgerly)

Glordon is the tender-hearted son of Lord Grigon, the warlord ruler of the planet Hylurg. Gregarious and kind, the princeling is about to be installed in his fearsome battle armor and take his rightful place at his father’s side. Glordon says he’s excited about his future because that’s what he’s supposed to say and feel. But as Elio’s unexpected first friend—and surprise bargaining chip—Glordon might feel comfortable divulging his deepest secret to his new buddy.

“Glordon is what Elio really needs,” says Sharafian. “It’s not membership in this glittery, awesome space club—it’s an actual friend. And Elio will learn a lot about himself through this new friendship.”

In a still from Disney and Pixar’s Elio, Lord Grigon (voiced by Brad Garrett), left, is looming over Elio (voiced by Yonas Kibreab), his son Glordon (voiced by Remy Edgerly), and several ambassadors of the Communiverse, to the right. Lord Grigon is several times the size of everyone else and is emitting a terrible shade of red that illuminates the entire scene. He’s pointing a giant finger at Elio and the others.

Lord Grigon (voiced by Brad Garrett)

Lord Grigon is a fierce, boastful, and violent alien warlord who rules the planet Hylurg. He desperately wants to become part of the Communiverse and is furious when he’s rejected. He’ll stop at nothing to enact his wrath on the Ambassadors who humiliated him, but he’s about to meet his match in an 11-year-old human kid who’s pretending to be the leader of Earth.

“Hylurgians are very proud warriors,” says director Domee Shi. “They value their honor above everything. Grigon doesn’t understand why he’s not wanted—he’s very sensitive and angry; he has a short fuse and he’s embarrassed. He’s working through a lot.”

In a still from Disney and Pixar’s Elio, Ooooo (voiced by Shirley Henderson), left, is riding through the Communiverse alongside Elio (voiced by Yonas Kibreab), right. Ooooo is a small, round-cornered, light blue, box-shaped supercomputer with two large black eyes and a thin mouth. Two small legs are seen at the bottom of its body. It floats alongside as Elio travels in a similarly colored cup-shaped vehicle.

Ooooo (voiced by Shirley Henderson)

Ooooo is an out-of-this-world liquid supercomputer designed to accommodate and assist species of all kinds who visit the Communiverse. Efficient and unflappable, Ooooo’s elaborate circuitry is an infinite energy source—there’s no question she can’t answer.

“Ooooo is the most intelligent being in the entire Communiverse,” says Sharafian. “She’s almost like a concierge. She’ll greet you when you arrive—do a full scan to make sure you’re ready to enter, then take you on a tour.”

In a still from Disney and Pixar’s Elio, several Ambassadors of the Communiverse are seen standing side-by-side, including (from left to right) Ambassador Mira, who looks a little bit like a pink poodle; Ambassador Auva, a large pink alien with a red face; Ambassador Helix, a pink roly-poly little alien with green eyes; Ambassador Questa, who resembles a leafy sea dragon; Ambassador Tegman, whose configuration resembles floating boulders; and Ambassador Turais, a thin purple alien.

The Ambassadors of the Communiverse

Several members of the Communiverse welcome Elio when he first arrives in space—and take part in the adventures that follow. Among them are:

  • Ambassador Questa (voiced by Jameela Jamil), leader of the planet Gom and one of the highest-ranking Communiverse members; a 15-foot-tall leafy sea dragon with a soothing voice, Questa is an optimist looking to discover the best in every lifeform she meets. Extremely intuitive, with the ability to read minds, Questa is all about intense eye contact and has no concept of personal space. Her keen intuition and empathy guide her in the most complex of Communiverse quandaries.
  • Ambassador Helix (voiced by Brandon Moon), of Falluvinum, is one of the more ancient members of this intergalactic senate. He’s welcoming, effervescent, and a lover of parties and words—most of all his own. Helix has seen it all, or so he thinks.
  • Ambassador Tegmen (voiced by Matthias Schweighöfer) is leader of the planet Tegmen. With a sharp look that mirrors a configuration of floating boulders, Tegmen is blunt, rational, and logical.
  • Ambassador Turais (voiced by Ana de la Reguera) is a fearful, high-strung space diplomat. She’s the first to panic when things go awry.
  • Ambassador Mira (voiced by Anissa Borrego) is an empress from a distant alien planet. She is the most cunning of all the ambassadors—and despite her sweet voice and adorable disposition, she will not hesitate to do whatever’s necessary to protect the Communiverse.
  • And Ambassador Auva (voiced by Naomi Watanabe) is the bubbly and passionate leader of a peace-loving planet; she created the Universal User’s Manual. She’s all about positive vibes, so it’s no surprise when she votes against Lord Grigon’s inclusion in the Communiverse.

Gunther Melmac (voiced by Brendan Hunt)

Gunther is a highly intelligent, oddball military contractor and leader of his own ham radio group, Masters of Ham. Melmac’s bizarre theories about aliens inadvertently alienate him from the military team that supervises him. It would be crazy if he turned out to be right about everything…

Bryce (voiced by Dylan Gilmer) and Caleb (voiced by Jake Getman)

Bryce and Caleb are middle schoolers who are often in Elio’s orbit. While Bryce might have good friend potential, he’s often led astray by the sometimes ill-mannered, occasionally mean Caleb—who’s hiding his own insecurities.