Disney Favourite: Cast Of Lilo & Stitch Share Their Experience

Get ready to blast off for an unforgettable adventure this summer as Disney’s Lilo & Stitch prepares to land into theatres this week on May 23. The highly anticipated live-action reimagining of the beloved classic arrives in a few days and the excitement is sky-high. With its perfect mix of heart, humor and intergalactic chaos, this isn’t just a movie - it’s a full on family event! Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp, the film stars Maia Kealoha as Lilo, Sydney Agudong as Nani, Courtney B.Vance as Cobra Bubbles, Zach Galifianakis as the lovable Dr. Jumba and Tia Carrera as Mrs. Kekoa.


Sharing his experience, Chris Sanders who reprises his role as the voice of Stitch, shared, “I won’t lie, I was very anxious. I think there’s a great deal of suspense when you hear things like that are going to happen”. As he has been working with Disney for various projects since 2002, he was eager to be part of this project. So once he knew he was the part of the film, he felt “like the most natural thing in the world to step into this and make sure that they had that continuity.”



Zach Galifianakis who plays as Dr. Jumba, shared his experience acting alongside an imaginary Stitch during the shoot. He explained that in place of the animated Stitch, they were often acting opposite “tape or a tennis ball! Sometimes they would have a stuffed animal — but the three things that I mentioned still have more range than I do.”

Early reactions from critics and fans are hailing Lilo & Stitch as the best Disney live-action adaptation to date, praising its seamless blend of nostalgia and fresh storytelling. Early opinions are raving about Maia Kealoha’s breakout turn as Lilo, the breath taking realization of Stitch in live form is as cute as it gets, the film's live-action is nothing short of magical and done brilliantly.

Walt Disney Studios' Lilo & Stitch—the ultimate family-friendly film—arrives in Indian theatres on May 23, 2025 in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.