Walt Disney Studios has released a new look at the live-action version of “Lilo & Stitch.”
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the studio wrote, “You sure that’s a dog?” accompanied by a suspicious face emoji.
you sure that's a dog? 🤨#LiloAndStitch arrives in theaters May 23! pic.twitter.com/BQRhBzipHK
— Walt Disney Studios (@DisneyStudios) April 24, 2025
The 30-second clip, released ahead of the film’s premiere, reveals some of the most beloved characters from the original animated feature.
Agent Pleakley and Doctor Jumba portrayed by Billy Magnussen and Zach Galifianakis respectively, will not stop until they get their hands back on Stitch.
The cute alien eventually found his way to Earth after escaping the United Galactic Federation’s grasp. This is how Lilo, played by Maia Kealoha, and Stitch meet. The plot of this contemporary Disney classic revolves around the friendship that develops between the two.
Viewers were also introduced to the Grand Councilwoman, who will be voiced by Hannah Waddingham, as seen in the new look at Lilo & Stitch. The actor who is playing the head of the United Galactic Federation is prepared to play the role.
Disney has selected Dean Fleischer Camp as the director to add his own vision to the Lilo & Stitch story.
People then took to social media to share their thoughts on the new look of the film that has been posted.
Looks absolutely Sweet. I can't wait to see this film! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️💙💙💙💙💙
— Tuomas Pöllä (@TuomasPolla) April 24, 2025
Looks like they got it right for the design https://t.co/2hw2UBIfdM
— Putera irfan Mohd nizam (@Puterairfan2004) April 24, 2025
So excited for this one! https://t.co/EazcBMLxZp
— K a y l a xx 🖤 loves lady gaga | LLC🕊️ (@horrorfoxxx) April 24, 2025
Y'all are rolling your eyes but I think this looks absolutely adorable/delightful & It will open to well over 100M Opening Weekend Domestic with Ease(160M+ Not off the Table) & Will Cross 1B with Ease. Don't underestimate the Power of Stitch. #LiloAndStitch https://t.co/5xe1fnxj6z
— Charles Fernandez ᴮᴸᴹ #StanJosephineLangford (@movie_charles) April 24, 2025
So excited for this film man 🥺😭♥️ https://t.co/bqw6idJ9rE
— ਇੱਕ ਛੇ (@DylanJrDadra) April 24, 2025
Grand Council Women looks good https://t.co/kYpGLy7db3
— Allison the disney diva (@Daviesallison1A) April 24, 2025
This would be a good watch. I used to watch the OG show a lot. https://t.co/DnikSzLm90
— Nate (@BigFootYeti69) April 24, 2025
Oh yeah, hyped for this.
— Pacho 🪽 (@pacho3x) April 24, 2025
Stitch’s charisma and broad appeal are being used by the studio as one of the film’s main selling factors. Twenty years ago, this story was one of the studio’s most popular animated productions.
A few months ago, Mufasa: The Lion King was released, continuing the trend. Snow White gave the traditional Disney princess a fresh look after transporting viewers to the Pride Lands.
Lilo & Stitch is the most recent attempt by Disney to transform its critically acclaimed animated films into universally appealing live-action blockbusters. The film is premiering in theaters on May 23.
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