Live-action movies are what we have been waiting for – even though we love animated movies. One of our favorite Disney movies made into live action has been Lilo & Stitch. Then again, Stitch has always been one of our favorites.
Maia Kealoha, Lilo from the live-action film Lilo & Stitch, entered the stage looking for her blue fugitive alien friend, Stitch, who surprised D23 attendees on the big screen with his new pink co-star, Angel.
Stitch is making his return! Maia Kealoha announces #LiloandStitch2 at #D23 which will feature Stitch’s love interest Angel 💗 coming summer 2028 pic.twitter.com/gkUgZOrAJm
— The Hollywood Reporter (@THR) August 15, 2026
Lilo & Stitch 2, the sequel to the blockbuster film, which grossed over $1 billion at the box office in 2025, is scheduled to begin production in Hawaiʻi later this year, under the direction of Chris Sanders, who co-created, co-wrote, and directed the 2002 animated film. Sanders also provided the voice of Stitch in both the animated and live-action films. The producer is Jonathan Eirich, and the executive producers are Ryan Halperin and Tom Peitzman.
We’re looking forward to a brand new story in the Lilo & Stitch universe. Lilo & Stitch 2 will open in theaters May 26, 2028.
