Lilo & Stitch (2025) Lilo, a spirited young Hawaiian girl struggling with the loss of her parents, finds comfort in her sister Nani’s care and in the strange blue creature she adopts, believing it’s a dog. That creature, Stitch, is actually a dangerous genetic experiment from another planet. As chaos follows Stitch, Lilo’s unwavering belief in ‘ohana’ — the idea that family means no one gets left behind — helps transform Stitch from a destructive force into a true friend. Together, they prove that love and family can be found in the most unexpected places.
🎬 Film Overview
- Title: Lilo & Stitch
- Release Date: May 23, 2025
- Runtime: 1 hour 48 minutes
- Genre: Live-action, Family, Adventure, Sci-Fi
- Rating: PG
- Budget: $100 million
- Box Office Gross: $361.2 million worldwide
- Production Company: Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures
- Country of Origin: United States
- Language: English
🎭 Cast & Crew
- Director: Dean Fleischer Camp
- Screenwriters: Chris Kekaniokalani Bright, Mike Van Waes
- Producers: Jonathan Eirich, Dan Lin
- Cast:
- Maia Kealoha as Lilo
- Sydney Agudong as Nani
- Chris Sanders as the voice of Stitch
- Zach Galifianakis as Dr. Jumba Jookiba
- Billy Magnussen as Pleakley
- Courtney B. Vance as Cobra Bubbles
- Hannah Waddingham as the Grand Councilwoman
- Tia Carrere as Mrs. Kekoa
- Amy Hill as Tūtū
- Kaipo Dudoit as David Kawena
📜 Plot Summary
Set against the lush backdrop of Hawaii, Lilo & Stitch (2025) reimagines the beloved 2002 animated classic in live-action. The story follows Lilo Pelekai, a spirited and lonely young girl who adopts what she believes to be a dog, only to discover he’s a genetically engineered alien named Stitch. Together, they navigate challenges of belonging, family, and friendship, emphasizing the Hawaiian concept of ‘ohana’ — meaning family, and that no one gets left behind or forgotten.
🎵 Music & Soundtrack
The film’s soundtrack pays homage to the original, blending classic Elvis Presley hits with contemporary renditions and traditional Hawaiian music:Wikipedia
- “Hawaiian Roller Coaster Ride” performed by Iam Tongi and The Kamehameha Schools Children’s Chorus
- “Burning Love” covered by Nyjah Music & Zyah Rhythm, produced by Bruno Mars
- “He Lei Pāpahi No Lilo a me Stitch” by Mark Kealiʻi Hoʻomalu and The Kamehameha Schools Children’s Chorus
- “Aloha ʻOe” duet by Sydney Agudong and Maia Kealoha
The original score was composed by Dan Romer, known for his work on Luca and Beasts of the Southern Wild.
🏆 Critical Reception
Lilo & Stitch (2025) received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its heartfelt storytelling and visual effects, others felt it lacked the charm of the original. Nonetheless, audiences responded positively, leading to strong box office performance.
📈 Box Office Performance
The film achieved a record-breaking opening, grossing $183 million domestically and $178.6 million internationally, totaling $361.2 million worldwide. This marked the highest Memorial Day weekend opening ever, surpassing previous records and highlighting the film’s broad appeal.
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