‘Lilo & Stitch’ Live-Action Film Drops May 23 – Here’s What to Expect
*Tomorrow (May 23, 2025), Disney’s highly anticipated live-action/CG hybrid remake of “Lilo & Stitch” officially hits theaters. The heartwarming story remains largely faithful to the original 2002 animated classic: Lilo Pelekai, a six-year-old girl in Hawaii, lives with her older sister Nani after losing their parents.
Lilo adopts a dog—or so she thinks—who turns out to be Stitch, a genetically engineered alien fugitive designed for chaos.
Set against the lush backdrop of Kauaʻi, the story dives deeper into themes of family, grief, and belonging. The bond between Lilo and Nani has been further developed, giving the film more emotional weight. New additions include a clearer main villain (Jumba replaces Gantu) and scenes that expand on the sisters’ struggle to keep their small ʻohana together. Critics say the pacing may rush early scenes, but the emotional payoffs and cultural detail remain strong.
Exclusive EURweb Q&A: Stitch Gets Candid with Kenny Pettis Jr.
With the excitement building, EURweb associate Kenny Pettis Jr. had the chance to sit down with the one and only Stitch. Check out the video above and/or read the full, uncut Q&A below!
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Kenny: Stitch. Big fan, buddy. Big fan. How you doing? Uh, I’m gonna get right to it. What’s your favorite thing about Earth?
Stitch: Favorite thing about Earth is, uh, lots of lots of people and, and kind people. Yeah. And lots of cars.
Kenny: I figured that. Yes. You like driving cars?
Stitch: Really like driving cars.
Kenny: That goes to my next question: surfing or driving cars?
Stitch: Stitch like putting a surfboard on the roof rack and then driving to ocean to surf.
Kenny: Yeah. Can’t argue that. Surfing is a good time.
Kenny: What’s the weirdest Earth food you’ve had since you’ve been here?
Stitch: Good question. Stitch no understand… blue cheese.
Kenny: Ah, yeah.
Stitch: No get it. Burp up. Weird.
Kenny: Yeah, not my favorite either.
Kenny: Who’s messier—you or Lilo?
Stitch: Ah… in terms of food? Stitch messy. Lilo… crumbs everywhere. But… Lilo no clean room. Step on toys. Ah! That hurt.
Kenny: So Lilo needs to vacuum?
Stitch: Yes. Little vacuum room.
Kenny: You’re already super strong, like a superhero. But if you could have any other superpower, what would it be?
Stitch: Stitch like to time travel.
Kenny: Ooh!
Stitch: Future where Stitch is global superstar. Starring in every movie ever made. Stitch, Stitch, Stitch.
Kenny: Do you have a favorite movie you’d want to time travel into?
Stitch: Stitch would love to see how “Avengers” made. Tony Stark. Iron Man. Yeah.
Kenny: Hey, listen, me too. Avengers is one of my favorite movies.
Stitch: Thank you! That mean a lot, coming from you.
Stitch: Big fan. Love glasses. Want to thank you.
What’s Next for Lilo, Stitch, and the Franchise
Disney has not yet confirmed when Lilo & Stitch will be available on Disney+ or for digital rental. However, based on past theatrical release schedules, fans can likely expect a VOD or streaming release sometime in late summer 2025. In the meantime, the excitement continues to grow around Stitch’s big return to the spotlight.
For longtime fans, the original 2002 film is now available in a newly restored 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray edition, released earlier this month on May 6. It’s the perfect companion for those revisiting the classic before seeing the new take in theaters.
Early box office tracking projects over $100 million during Memorial Day weekend alone, making this one of Disney’s strongest live-action openings of the year.
Whether you’re here for the laughs, the tears, or the surfing aliens, this new “Lilo & Stitch” is set to make waves—again.
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