Overview

• Critics and early viewers have praised the live-action Lilo & Stitch as Disney's strongest remake to date, highlighting its emotional depth and nostalgic charm.
• Maia Kealoha, an eight-year-old Hawaiian actress, is being celebrated for her breakout performance as Lilo, alongside Chris Sanders reprising his iconic voice role as Stitch.
• Director Dean Fleischer Camp emphasized deeper human connections in this adaptation, while maintaining the chaotic humor and heart of the original story.
• The omission of Captain Gantu and Pleakley’s cross-dressing disguise has drawn criticism from fans, though the film has introduced new elements to expand its narrative.
• The movie is projected for a strong box office debut over Memorial Day weekend, with some predicting it may become one of Disney's most successful live-action releases.