Is There Going to Be a Lilo & Stitch 2 Movie? Disney Confirms Sequel Is in Development

The ohana is growing—Disney has officially greenlit Lilo & Stitch 2, a sequel to its blockbuster live-action reimagining of the 2002 animated classic. The announcement dropped on June 26, 2025, during “626 Day,” a fan-favorite celebration of Stitch, the mischievous alien also known as Experiment 626. In true Stitch fashion, the reveal came via a cheeky video showing him wreaking havoc across the Disney Studios lot, signaling his chaotic charm is far from over.

The first live-action Lilo & Stitch, directed by Dean Fleischer Camp and starring Maia Kealoha as Lilo and Sydney Elizebeth Agudong as Nani, shattered expectations. It became the highest-grossing Memorial Day weekend opener in U.S. history and earned a glowing “A” CinemaScore from audiences. With a global box office haul of over $923 million, the film proved that Stitch’s appeal spans generations.

While Disney has yet to reveal plot details, fans are already speculating. Will the sequel adapt elements from Stitch! The Movie (2003) or Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch (2005)? Or will it chart a new course entirely, exploring fresh interstellar mischief and heartfelt family dynamics? Either way, the studio’s commitment to continuing the story suggests a deep appreciation for the franchise’s enduring legacy.

Disney executives have emphasized Stitch’s cultural impact, calling him “an example of what Disney does best”—transforming animated magic into lasting fandom. With no official release date yet, fans can expect updates in the coming months as production ramps up.