Lilo & Stitch 2 Sequel Details
Lilo & Stitch 2 Live-Action Sequel Confirmed for 2028 with Angel's Debut and Chris Sanders
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There is a date discrepancy for Lilo & Stitch 2's release: Hollywood Reporter lists May 26, 2028, while Variety cites May 28, 2028, both during the Memorial Day weekend.
Chris Sanders, the original Stitch creator, is reportedly returning to the project in some capacity after Dean Fleischer Camp discussed Sanders being eager to come back.
The sequel is described as a brand-new story rather than a direct remake, with fresh storytelling expectations for Lilo & Stitch 2.
Maia Kealoha took the stage at D23 to introduce Lilo, with Angel highlighted onscreen as part of the live-action reveal.
The production team includes Jonathan Eirich returning as producer via Rideback, with Ryan Halpin as an executive producer for the sequel.
Disney officially announced a live-action Lilo & Stitch 2, with a May 2028 release date and a major new character. At the D23 Ultimate Fan Event, the studio confirmed that Angel — Stitch's pink love interest from the animated series — will make her live-action debut in the sequel, according to ComicBook.com and WDW Info.
The announcement follows the massive success of the 2025 live-action remake, which grossed over $1 billion worldwide. Dean Fleischer Camp returns to direct, and original Stitch creator Chris Sanders is back on board in some capacity, AllEars.net reported.
Angel's Live-Action Debut Steals the D23 Spotlight
Maia Kealoha, who plays Lilo, took the stage at D23 to introduce the sequel. A teaser clip showed Angel onscreen, identifiable by her glowing pink antennae. Angel is known in the animated series as Experiment 624 — Stitch's romantic counterpart, according to Head Topics.
Angel's most dangerous trait is her siren song. It can turn reformed experiments back to evil. That ability is expected to shape both the plot and the romance of the sequel. ComicBook.com described her inclusion as a reunion between Stitch and his 'boojiboo.'
A Brand-New Story, Not a Remake of Anything
The sequel will not retell an existing animated story. Disney describes it as a completely original narrative. That means fans should expect fresh storytelling rather than a replay of the animated Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch film from 2005.
Director Dean Fleischer Camp discussed Chris Sanders being eager to return to the franchise. Sanders created Stitch originally and is now listed as a collaborator on the new project, according to AllEars.net. Producer Jonathan Eirich also returns through his company Rideback, with Ryan Halpin joining as executive producer.
Release Date Has a Small but Notable Discrepancy
Disney is targeting Memorial Day weekend 2028 for the sequel's release. WDW Info lists the date as May 26, 2028. However, Variety cites May 28, 2028 instead. Both dates fall within the same holiday weekend, so the gap is minor but unresolved.
Memorial Day weekend is a prime release window. The original 2025 remake opened during a similar slot and quickly crossed $1 billion at the box office. Disney is clearly betting the sequel can repeat that performance, according to Head Topics.
Disney Builds a Bigger Lilo & Stitch Universe
The sequel fits a larger Disney strategy. The studio is expanding the Lilo & Stitch franchise through live-action films and related spin-offs. The $1 billion gross of the remake made it one of Disney's biggest hits of 2025, giving the studio every reason to grow the property.
ComicBook.com noted that the D23 panel revealed several new developments at once — the sequel confirmation, Angel's casting, and Chris Sanders' return all came together. Disney appears to be treating Lilo & Stitch as a long-term franchise, not just a one-off remake.
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