Elio contains no LGBTQ+ characters or themes in its released version, following cuts to queer storylines that were present in early drafts.

Elio contains no depiction of transgender characters or themes. The story explores a child's interstellar journey and personal growth, but transgender identity remains unaddressed throughout the narrative.

The film centers on a boy's interstellar adventure with diplomatic challenges and reconciliations. Female characters, including a military aunt and alien ambassadors, participate in interrogations, guidance, and evasion but do not engage in or win physical combat against male opponents.

Elio presents original characters without prior source material establishing canonical genders, so no instances of gender swapping occur.

Elio introduces original characters without prior source material or canonical racial establishments, resulting in no race swaps.