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Express Tribune
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Disney confirms Lilo & Stitch 2 on 626 Day
On June 26, 2025, Disney confirmed that a sequel to its live-action Lilo & Stitch is in development. The announcement was made via Disney Studios' official Instagram account with a short video featuring the character Stitch driving through the Walt Disney Studios lot. The video showed Stitch creating tire marks that formed the words 'Lilo and Stitch 2.' The date of the reveal corresponded with '626 Day,' a fan-recognized celebration of Stitch's experiment number, 626. The original live-action film, released on May 23, 2025, performed strongly at the box office. It recorded an estimated $183 million domestically and $341 million globally during its opening weekend, with total global earnings exceeding $914 million to date. These figures make it one of Disney's most commercially successful live-action adaptations in recent years. Details regarding the sequel's plot, cast, and release timeline have not yet been disclosed by Disney. It is also unclear whether the original director and writing team will return. Speculation among fans includes potential storylines inspired by earlier animated sequels or expansion of side characters introduced in the animated universe. The first live-action adaptation starred Maia Kealoha as Lilo and featured Chris Sanders reprising his role as the voice of Stitch. The supporting cast included Sydney Agudong, Kaipo Dudoit, Courtney B. Vance, Billy Magnussen, and Zach Galifianakis. Disney has not released a projected release date for the sequel but has confirmed that the film is in early development. More details are expected to be shared as production progresses.
Thrill Geek
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Thrill Geek
Celebrate 626 Day with New Lilo & Stitch Collections from Disney and Partners
Get ready to blast off into blue alien fandom—626 Day is here! Today, June 26, Disney fans around the globe will celebrate Stitch, everyone's favorite mischief-maker from Lilo & Stitch , with a lineup of all-new toys, apparel, collectibles, and more. This year's 626 Day celebration brings a wave of exclusive products across mass retailers and including: New apparel collections from Cakeworthy and RSVLTS Exclusive Stitch and Angel plush from Disney Store Japan A first-of-its-kind animatronic Stitch plush from Just Play, available for pre-order A playful H&M collection featuring tropical Stitch styles A themed jewelry line from RockLove with galactic flair What started in 2019 as a fan-driven trend across social media has now evolved into a major Disney Consumer Products campaign. Recognizing the viral impact of #626Day and Stitch's growing popularity on platforms like TikTok and Disney+, Disney officially embraced the holiday in 2021—and it's only grown bigger every year. The celebration is especially meaningful this summer, following the massive success of the Lilo & Stitch live-action film, which premiered to a record-breaking $183 million over Memorial Day weekend. Stitch has since become the fastest-growing brand in Disney Consumer Products, projected to top $3 billion at retail by the end of 2025. Fans can expect exclusive drops, themed content, and family-friendly merchandise that captures the spirit of Stitch and his 'ohana. Whether you're a longtime fan or discovering the franchise for the first time, 626 Day is your chance to celebrate 23 years of love for Experiment 626. Janine is a theme park and pop culture nerd from an early age. Since 1994, she's been traversing the theme park world and has enjoyed all things from Halloween events to new ride releases and beyond. When she's not at a theme park, she's probably at a concert or doing something fun with her kiddo.
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
Disney's 'Lilo & Stitch' live-action sequel in development: See fun announcement
Get ready to bring your ohana to see even more Stitch in theaters. Disney has announced plans for a second live-action " Lilo & Stitch" film. The news was revealed Thursday, June 26, also known as Stitch Day, or 626 Day. June is the sixth month of the year, making the date 6/26, similar to the lovable blue alien's experiment number, 626. Disney made the sequel announcement in a video shared to Instagram. The video finds the live-action Stitch driving a tiny pink convertible with Hawaiian license plates that read "2 FAST." "Get ready!" Stitch says as he drives on to the Walt Disney Studios lot in California. "Here we go! Stitch want! Stitch want!" Stitch then uses his tires to write a message on the parking lot pavement that reads "Lilo and Stitch 2." "Should've known he couldn't keep a secret," the post's caption reads. "A 626 day surprise: #LiloAndStitch 2 is now in development!" The live-action "Lilo & Stitch" opened May 23. It has grossed over $920 million worldwide.
