Disney’s beloved classic is getting a live-action makeover in the upcoming film Lilo & Stitch, directed by Dean Fleischer Camp (Marcel the Shell with Shoes On, Fraud) and written by Chris Kekaniokalani Bright. As Disney continues to breathe new life into its animated favorites, fans are eagerly awaiting this latest reimagining.
Camp’s upcoming movie is a live-action reimagining of the 2002 animation. In a nod to the original, Chris Sanders will reprise his iconic voice role as Stitch.
What is the Plot of Lilo & Stitch?
Lilo & Stitch follows a young Native Hawaiian girl Lilo, and her unlikely bond with Stitch, a genetically engineered, extraterrestrial creature with a koala-like appearance who is blue in color.
Sitch is meant to wreck everything in his path, but his family-like bond with Lilo stands out amidst everything. You can catch a glimpse of Stitch and the beautiful landscape in the official teaser of the movie!
The Cast of Lilo & Stitch
As we mentioned earlier, Chris Sanders (The Wild Robot, How to Train Your Dragon) will be returning to voice Lilo and will be joined by Maia Kealoha who will play the role of the six-year-old Lilo Pelekai. This performance will be Keoloha’s big screen debut which makes it all the more special!
Other cast members joining Keoloha and Sanders are Sydney Agudong (Infamously in Love, Trapped in the Farmhouse), Zach Galifianakis (The Hangover, Due Date), Billy Magnussen (The Franchise, Road House), Kaipo Dudoit (My Partner, Fair), Tia Carrere (Relic Hunter, Wayne’s World), Courtney B. Vance (Grotesquerie, The Preacher’s Wife), Hannah Waddingham (Ted Lasso, The Fall Guy), Amy Hill (50 First Dates, Just Add Magic), and Jason Scott Lee (Soldier, Dragon: The Bruce Lee Story).
When and Where Can You Watch Lilo & Stitch?
Lilo & Stitch is slated to be released on May 23, 2025, in the United States by Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures.
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Much like other live-action, Camp’s upcoming movie will also be on the receiving end of the big screen treatment, so make sure you book your tickets in advance and save the date for this entertaining cinematic experience.
Conclusion
While Disney has only given us a brief sneak peek, we’re eagerly anticipating more details on this highly anticipated film. We’ll keep this article updated with the latest news and developments, so be sure to check back for all the latest on Lilo & Stitch!