Lilo & Stitch is undoubtedly one of Disney’s most beloved films for both kids and adults, which is why its live-action adaptation has caused a stir among fans of the cute and fluffy alien. The movie is set to hit theaters this weekend, but it has already received a rating on Rotten Tomatoes. Here’s how it did.
What Rating Did the Lilo & Stitch Live-Action Get on Rotten Tomatoes?
This new Disney live-action film earned an initial approval rating of 73%, based on 40 reviews. However, as the number of reviews increased to 59, the score rose to 75%. While it didn’t reach 100%, this respectable rating places it among the highest-rated Disney live-action films—second only to The Jungle Book (94%) and Cinderella (84%).
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The reviews on Rotten Tomatoes were mixed. While some moviegoers praised Stitch’s design and the charm of the characters, others felt that the film falls short of the original animated classic.
The first reviews are in for #LiloAndStitch – currently it’s Fresh at 73% on the Tomatometer, with 40 reviews: https://t.co/YU3Iw1vvIQ pic.twitter.com/gQssWGvcP4
— Rotten Tomatoes (@RottenTomatoes) May 20, 2025
What Is Rotten Tomatoes?
Rotten Tomatoes is an online platform that collects and aggregates reviews from both professional critics and audiences for movies and TV shows. The name refers to the old tradition of throwing rotten tomatoes at stage performers to show disapproval.
When does the Lilo & Stitch live-action movie premiere in theaters?
The movie will premiere in theaters on May 23, 2025.
What is the Lilo & 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 Gantu in Lilo & 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.
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Lilo & 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
Who is Maia Kealoha, the actress who will play Lilo Pelekai in Lilo & Stitch live-action?
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.
When will the Lilo & Stitch live-action movie be on Disney+?
New film releases typically arrive on streaming platforms a few months after their theatrical debut. In this case, since the movie premieres in May 2025, it is expected to arrive on Disney+ by late 2025 or sometime in 2026.
