Lilo & Stitch (2025)

A cuddly alien crash-lands into a Hawaiian family feud, but this live-action remix stitches together heart and hype with a few frayed edges.

Crowd Score: 7/10

Who Is It For?

This film is ideal for families with young children who enjoy light-hearted Disney remakes with themes of adoption and friendship, as well as nostalgic millennials seeking a fresh take on a childhood classic. It's particularly appealing to viewers who appreciate cultural representation of Hawaiian life and cute alien antics, but it may resonate most with those who don't scrutinize plot deviations.

Vibe Match

E.T.'s heartfelt alien adventure meets a modern Hawaiian family drama with a dash of Disney whimsy

What People Are Saying

The live-action ‘LILO & STITCH’ remake has already earned more than the animated movie, opening to $341.7M globally and crossing $1B—proving Disney remakes still dominate the box office.

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Maia Kealoha brings genuine heart to Lilo but the child performance can't fully compensate for script changes that soften the original's emotional stakes.

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Dean Fleischer Camp brings his Marcel the Shell warmth but the Disney machine smooths out the rough edges that made the original special.

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