The next day, Massimo and Alberto work side-by-side to fix the boat, sharing stories and communicating more openly.

[5] All music is composed by Dan RomerCiao Alberto was released on November 12, 2021, as a Disney+ exclusive short film.

[6][7] According to Whip Media, Ciao Alberto was the 8th most watched film across all platforms in the United States during the week of November 14, 2022.

[8] Jennifer Roy of CBR.com found the short film to be an example of how communication matters between a parent and a child to build a strong bond, stating, "While Luca did subtextually set up Massimo as Alberto's new parental figure, Ciao Alberto makes this subtext text and shows that a large part of parenting is learning to adapt to each individual child's needs to make sure they feel supported and loved unconditionally.

[10] Stephanie Morgan of Common Sense Media gave the short a 4 out of 5, praised the short film for the depiction of positive messages and role models, citing communication and perseverance, and complimented the diverse representations, writing, "Kids will love the silly adventures, while parents will appreciate the social-emotional lessons, like how Massimo learns to become a better communicator in order to improve his relationship with Alberto.