Film Overview
- Title: Lilo & Stitch
- Release Date: May 23, 2025 (USA)
- Director: Dean Fleischer Camp
- Screenplay: Chris Kekaniokalani Bright and Mike Van Waes
- Producers: Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich
- Production Companies: Walt Disney Pictures and Rideback
- Runtime: 107 minutes
- Language: English
- Budget: $150 million
🌺 Plot Summary
Set in Hawaii, the film follows Lilo, a lonely girl who adopts what she believes to be a dog, unaware that it’s a genetically engineered alien named Stitch. As Stitch causes chaos, Lilo teaches him about love and family, leading to unexpected bonds and adventures. Wikipedia+1Cinemark+1
👥 Cast
- Maia Kealoha as Lilo Pelekai
- Sydney Agudong as Nani Pelekai
- Chris Sanders as Stitch (voice)
- Zach Galifianakis as Dr. Jumba Jookiba
- Billy Magnussen as Agent Pleakley
- Courtney B. Vance as Cobra Bubbles
- Tia Carrere as Ms. Kekoa
- Amy Hill and Jason Scott Lee in supporting roles Disney Movies
🎵 Music and Soundtrack
Dan Romer composed the film’s score, incorporating original songs from the 2002 film, including “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” and Elvis Presley’s “(You’re the) Devil in Disguise.” Wikipedia
🎥 Production Details
- Visual Effects: Handled by Industrial Light & Magic
- Filming Location: Hawaii
- Filming Completion: March 2024 WikipediaDisney Movies
📢 Marketing Highlights
The film’s marketing campaign included teaser trailers and posters featuring Stitch in humorous scenarios, such as parodying scenes from other Disney films. A Super Bowl LIX TV spot featuring Stitch garnered 173.1 million online views within 24 hours, setting a Disney record. Wikipedia
Lilo & Stitch (2025) promises to deliver a fresh take on a classic tale, blending live-action and CGI to capture the magic of the original while introducing new elements for contemporary audiences.
