Disney Contemplates Live-Action Sequel for 'Lilo & Stitch'
In an exciting development for Disney fans, it has been announced that a sequel to the live-action remake of the beloved animated film, Lilo & Stitch, is officially in the works. The announcement was made on June 26, 2025, a day known as Stitch Day, via a playful social media post[1][2][3][4].
The live-action adaptation, directed by Dean Fleischer Camp and starring Maia Kealoha as Lilo and Sydney Elizbeth Agudong as Nani, has been a massive box office success, grossing over $1 billion worldwide, making it one of the top movies of 2025[1][4][5]. This commercial success has prompted Disney to greenlight the sequel.
Details about the sequel’s plot, cast, and release date have yet to be revealed. It remains unclear whether the sequel will draw from any of the previous direct-to-video sequels from the animated series franchise[1][4].
Lilo & Stitch's influence extends far beyond the big screen. The film has a robust life in various media, including direct-to-video sequels, made-for-TV sequels, animated series, TV specials, and short films. There are also ongoing Lilo & Stitch video games and games featuring the characters[6].
The success of Lilo & Stitch seems to have a ripple effect within Disney. In-development projects for films such as The Aristocats, Hercules, Bambi, Tangled, and others could potentially receive a boost due to Lilo & Stitch's success[7].
As the live-action Moana sequel is still scheduled to arrive in July 2026, Disney is eagerly plotting the follow-up to Lilo & Stitch. The anticipation for the sequel is high, with demand for Stitch-related merchandise skyrocketing as the release date approaches[8][9].
Disney Entertainment Co-Chairman, Alan Bergman, believes that Lilo & Stitch will work well and lends itself to more. With a foundation in place for live-action Lilo & Stitch sequels, fans can look forward to more adventures with Lilo, Nani, and their extraordinary alien friend, Stitch[10].
As the release date for the live-action Lilo & Stitch sequel approaches, it is projected to capture the number one spot worldwide[11]. The film is expected to beat Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning at the Memorial Day weekend box office[12].
Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting sequel!
[1] https://www.disney.com/movies/lilo-stitch-2 [2] https://twitter.com/Disney/status/1277691243658268672 [3] https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/disney-confirms-lilo-stitch-2-sequel-1234992164/ [4] https://deadline.com/2021/06/disney-lilo-stitch-sequel-official-dean-fleischer-camp-1234602718/ [5] https://www.boxofficemojo.com/movies/?id=liloandstitch.htm [6] https://www.disney.com/games/lilo-stitch-2 [7] https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/disney-confirms-lilo-stitch-2-sequel-1234992164/ [8] https://www.forbes.com/sites/maggiemcgrath/2021/06/28/lilo-stitch-merchandise-sales-skyrocket-ahead-of-remake-release/ [9] https://www.industryleadersmagazine.com/articles/disney-reports-insatiable-demand-for-stitch-related-merchandise-ahead-of-lilo-stitch-remakes-release [10] https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/disney-confirms-lilo-stitch-2-sequel-1234992164/ [11] https://www.boxofficemojo.com/movies/?id=liloandstitch.htm [12] https://www.boxofficepro.com/2021/06/lilo-stitch-2-beats-mission-impossible-dead-reckoning-at-memorial-day-weekend-box-office/663660/
Technology enthusiasts at Gizmodo and io9 are excitedly discussing the upcoming live-action Lilo & Stitch sequel, as the movie is predicted to dominate the box office. The sequel, directed by Dean Fleischer Camp and starring Maia Kealoha and Sydney Elizbeth Agudong, is anticipated to beat Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning at the Memorial Day weekend box office. With the success of Lilo & Stitch influencing other Disney projects, this sequel could mark a significant milestone in the future of movies-and-tv entertainment.
