Overview

• Preview screenings of Disney’s live-action 'Lilo & Stitch' have received overwhelmingly positive early reactions, with many calling it the best Disney remake to date.
• Critics highlight the film’s emotional depth, particularly in the bond between Lilo and Nani, while maintaining the humor and chaos of the original.
• Maia Kealoha, who stars as Lilo, is being celebrated as a breakout star for her heartfelt and compelling performance.
• The production incorporates Hawaiian cultural elements, including music from Iam Tongi and Bruno Mars, to honor the story’s setting and heritage.
• The film, directed by Dean Fleischer Camp and featuring Chris Sanders reprising his role as the voice of Stitch, is set to open in theaters on May 23, 2025.