Recommended for you
Disney continues to keep your childhood alive because alongside several other remakes of beloved titles, a live-action remake of the 2002's Lilo & Stitch is headed to the big screen. While filming on this spring movie was supposed to begin in April 2023, a costume trailer fire delayed it until May. Thankfully, it looks like the production recovered — and that we'll be seeing Lilo, Stitch, and Scrump soon. Check out the rest of Disney's upcoming live-action remakes for more news!
Here's everything we know about the live-action Lilo & Stitch coming in May 2025!
The 'Lilo & Stitch' trailer reminds us that "Ohana means family."
Walt Disney Studios
If there's one line in a Disney movie that impacted me, it's "Ohana means family, and family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten." Hearing that in the live-action Lilo & Stitch trailer makes me a little weepy! There are so many moments from the OG movie that made it into the new film, and I can't wait to see the full movie. You can watch the trailer here.
And considering the video got 158 million views in 24 hours, making it Disney's second most-viewed live-action trailer behind The Lion King, I'm not the only one who's excited. "Doesn't even look like modern day Disney slop. It actually looks faithful to the og. Incredible," one YouTube user commented, while another added, "This is the first Disney live-action remake I’m actually excited for, Stitch and the other alien characters look great and it’s really nostalgic to see all the scenes recreated."
And whoever decided to make the iconic Disney castle a sandcastle in the first movie teaser? Genius. Stitch has always been one of my favorite Disney characters and this new live-action version definitely has just as much chaos as the OG.
Who is playing Lilo in the live-action movie?
Lilo & Stitch Cast
Lilo will be played by Maia Kealoha. The adorable character was voiced by Daveigh Chase in the original 2002 movie, and by Dakota Fanning in the sequel.
Who else is in the Lilo & Stitch cast?
Walt Disney Studios
The Lilo & Stitch cast is definitely one to remember. The lineup includes:
- Maia Kealoha as Lilo, a lively and fiery young girl.
- Chris Sanders as the voice of Stitch, a blue alien who changes Lilo's life.
- Sydney Agudong as Nani, Lilo's big sister.
- Billy Magnussen as the alien Pleakley.
- Zach Galifianakis as Jumba, another alien.
- Amy Hill as Tūtū.
- Kaipo Dudoit as David.
- Courtney B. Vance as Cobra Bubbles.
- Tia Carrere (the original voice of Nani!!) as Mrs. Kekoa.
When is the live-action Lilo & Stitch coming out?
Walt Disney Studios
Lilo & Stitch Release Date
Lilo & Stitch is coming to theaters on May 23, 2025. It's the PERFECT early summer flick.
Where was the live-action Lilo & Stitch filmed?
Walt Disney Studios
The new Lilo & Stitch is filmed in Oahu. The original animated film takes place on Kauai, but we'll have to wait and see if they change the story's setting for the live-action remake.
Is there a live-action Lilo & Stitch coming out?
Walt Disney Studios
Yes! According to The Hollywood Reporter, the remake of the animated film will be done with both live-action and CGI. Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich, who worked on the live-action Aladdin, are producing, and up-and-coming screenwriter Mike Van Waes, who has previously worked primarily in horror, wrote the script.
The live-action Lilo & Stitch remake is the latest in a long list of classic titles Disney is reimagining for modern audiences. Are you excited about Disney’s latest remake? Let us know @BritandCo and check out the latest news on Disney's Snow White.
This post has been updated.
