This Week’s Major Milestone: Lilo & Stitch Trailer Launch

The recent launch of the trailer for Lilo & Stitch has proven to be a remarkable achievement for Walt Disney Studios. Within just 24 hours, this trailer has soared to become the second-most-viewed Disney live-action trailer in history, amassing an impressive 158 million views, second only to the 2019 teaser for The Lion King.

Trending Success Across Platforms

In a matter of minutes, Lilo & Stitch clinched the No. 1 trending spot on Twitter/X and maintained a position in the top 10 for several hours thereafter. Additionally, the trailer dominated YouTube, securing the No. 1 position shortly after its release, and even made waves on China’s Douyin platform.

Theatrical Release Date

This live-action reimagining of Disney’s beloved 2002 animated classic is set to hit theaters exclusively on May 23.

Growing Buzz and Anticipation

Excitement for the film has been building since the first glimpse of the reimagined alien character was unveiled at Disney’s D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event last August. During this year’s Super Bowl, a promotional spot featuring Stitch “crashing” the field garnered an astounding 173.1 million views within 24 hours, marking it as Disney’s most viewed digital spot to date.

About the Film

Lilo & Stitch narrates the heartwarming and humorous tale of a lonely Hawaiian girl and the rogue alien who helps her heal her fractured family.

Creative Team Behind the Magic

This exciting project is directed by the acclaimed filmmaker Dean Fleischer Camp, with a screenplay crafted by Chris Kekaniokalani Bright and Mike Van Waes. The film features a talented cast, including Sydney Elizebeth Agudong, Billy Magnussen, Tia Carrere, Hannah Waddingham, Chris Sanders, alongside Courtney B. Vance and Zach Galifianakis, and introduces Maia Kealoha.

Production Team

The film is produced by Jonathan Eirich, p.g.a. and Dan Lin, with Tom Peitzman, Ryan Halprin, Louie Provost, and Thomas Schumacher serving as executive producers.