Disney’s live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch has officially surpassed the $1 billion mark at the global box office, making it the first movie of 2025 to reach this remarkable achievement. Directed by Dean Fleischer Camp, the family adventure has earned $1.001 billion worldwide as of Wednesday, with $416.2 million from the domestic market and $584.8 million from international audiences, demonstrating continued strong performance.
The Global Success Behind Lilo & Stitch’s Massive Earnings
The story of a lonely girl befriending a mischievous blue alien has struck a chord across the world, turning Lilo & Stitch into the highest-grossing MPA-rated film so far this year both domestically and internationally. The film premiered over Memorial Day weekend with a record-breaking $183 million domestic haul in just four days, marking the biggest Memorial Day opening in box office history.
Following its explosive debut, Lilo & Stitch remains one of only two films in 2025 to surpass $400 million at the U.S. box office. Overseas, it has become a phenomenon, setting new records for Disney’s live-action releases in Mexico and topping charts throughout Europe and Latin America. Notably, Latin American markets alone have contributed nearly $200 million to the global total, underscoring the film’s wide international appeal.
Sequel Plans and Continued Franchise Excitement
In response to the film’s outstanding worldwide performance, Disney Entertainment Co-Chairman Alan Bergman shared his enthusiasm for the project:
“We knew there was a lot of love for Lilo & Stitch with audiences around the world, yet we never take that for granted, and we’re proud of how this new film has connected with people. I’m thankful to our filmmakers, our cast, and all on our studio team who have made this film such a success, and we look forward to more adventures with these characters ahead.” — Alan Bergman, Disney Entertainment Co-Chairman
Beyond this statement, Disney has confirmed that a sequel to the live-action Lilo & Stitch is already in development. The resurgence in fan interest extends to the original animated movie and its spinoffs, which have collectively been streamed for over 640 million hours on Disney+ worldwide. This sustained enthusiasm ensures that the beloved Experiment 626 will continue starring in future stories.
This milestone also adds to an impressive slate for Disney, marking Lilo & Stitch as the company’s fourth film to exceed $1 billion in the past 13 months, alongside titles like Moana 2, Deadpool & Wolverine, and Inside Out 2. This consistency highlights Disney’s dominance in the current cinematic landscape.
A Closer Look at the Film’s Stars and Ongoing Reception
The lead roles in the live-action adaptation are portrayed by Maia Kealoha as Lilo and Sydney Agudong as Nani, whose performances have been warmly received by audiences and critics alike. The film continues to draw crowds to theaters worldwide, keeping Stitch’s chaotic charm alive on the big screen.
As Lilo & Stitch remains in theaters, the film’s billion dollar milestone reaffirms its status as the premiere Hollywood blockbuster of 2025, promising more stories to come from this cherished franchise and reinforcing Disney’s hold on global audiences through heartfelt storytelling and dynamic characters.
