The wait is finally over! Experiment 626, the cutest and fluffiest alien of all time, is back in a new live-action movie. Lilo & Stitch 2025 has officially hit theaters and comes with plenty of surprises—but does it have a post-credits scene? Here’s everything you need to know about this movie.
What is the Lilo and Stitch live-action movie about?
The new live-action movie, directed by Dean Fleischer Camp, will follow the storyline of the 2002 animated film, which tells the story of a young orphan girl living with her older sister, Nani. As the story unfolds, Lilo, Nani, and Stitch form a deep bond based on the Hawaiian principle of “ohana,” which means family. The sisters teach the alien that family never leaves you behind… or forgets you.
Is There a Post-Credits Scene in Lilo and Stitch 2025?
A common question moviegoers ask at the end of any film is: Is it worth staying until the very end of the credits? In the case of Lilo & Stitch 2025, the answer is a resounding yes! The movie features a mid-credits scene—a short sequence that appears shortly after the list of names begins to roll.
This scene doesn’t tease a sequel, but it does offer a fun moment tied to the film. So if you’re a fan of these beloved characters, it’s definitely worth sticking around. That said, there’s nothing else after the full credits, so once you’ve seen the mid-credits scene, you can head out without missing anything important.
Is Gantu in Lilo and Stitch 2025?
If you watched the original animated version released in 2002, you’ll remember Captain Gantu, the huge and intimidating officer from the Galactic Federation who is assigned to capture Stitch on Earth. However, during an early screening, fans noticed something surprising—and disappointing: Gantu does not appear in this adaptation. Instead, his absence will be filled by the characters Jumba and Pleakley, who will bring more humor to the movie.
Who is Maia Kealoha, the actress playing Lilo in Lilo and Stitch 2025?
Maia Kealoha is a seven-year-old Hawaiian actress. After an open call for a casting search to find a Hawaiian girl between the ages of six and eight, Maia was chosen to portray Lilo in the new Lilo & Stitch live action movie.
This isn’t the first production the young actress has participated in, as she has already had previous roles in films like The Wrecking Crew and Moana 2. She has also competed in beauty pageants like Little Miss Kona Coffee.
Who Is Sydney Agudong, the Actress Playing Nani in Lilo and Stitch 2025?
Sydney Agudong was born on November 13, 2000, on the island of Kaua’i, Hawaii. She is a talented actress and writer, known for her roles in productions such as On My Block (2018), Infamously in Love (2022), and West Michigan (2021).
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She’s not the only artist in her family—her younger sister, Siena Agudong, is also pursuing a career in acting. Siena has starred in Nickelodeon’s Star Falls, the movie Alex & Me, and the Disney Channel original film Upside-Down Magic. She also had a role in Netflix’s adaptation of Resident Evil.
Before being cast as Nani in the live-action version of Lilo & Stitch, Sydney Agudong had worked on various projects, including NCIS and the independent film At Your Feet.
Professionally, Agudong is represented by AEFH, Trilogy Talent Management, Inc., and is backed by attorney Howard Fishman of HWHM+F. Locally in Hawaii, she is represented by the Kathy Muller Agency.
Lilo and Stitch live-action: FULL cast list
According to information released by Disney, here is the confirmed list of actors participating in the live-action film:
- Maia Kealoha as Lilo
- Sydney Agudong as Nani
- Chris Sanders as Stitch
- Kaipo Dudoit as David
- Courtney B. Vance as Cobra Bubbles
- Billy Magnussen as Pleakley
- Zach Galifianakis as Jumba
- Tia Carrere as Mrs. Kekoa
- Amy Hill as Tūtū
