Lilo & Stitch

Name: Lilo & Stitch
Genre: Adventure, Sci-Fi, Animation, Family
Released: June 21, 2002
Duration: 85 min
Rating: 73
Cast: Chris Sanders, Daveigh Chase

2002

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Buena Vista Pictures | Release Date: June 21, 2002 | PG

Starring: Chris Sanders, Daveigh Chase

Summary: In Lilo and Stitch, get ready to crash-land on Earth with Stitch, a runaway genetic experiment from a faraway planet. As he wreaks havoc on the Hawaiian Islands, he becomes the mischievous adopted alien "puppy" of an independent little girl named Lilo and learns about loyalty, friendship, and 'ohana, the Hawaiian tradition of family.

Director: Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois

Genre(s): Adventure, Sci-Fi, Animation, Family

Rating: PG

Runtime: 85 min

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Chris Kaltenbach

A celebration of movie-studio ohana that should warm the hearts of moviegoers everywhere. Read full review

Joe Morgenstern

This screwball comedy about a scrappy Hawaiian kid and the rabidly destructive little alien she mistakes for a dog is powered by ferocious joy. And, remarkably, it manages to incorporate traditional Disney values, such as the sanctity of the family, in a visually bold, subversively witty package that's as far from corporate as mainstream movies get.

Roger Ebert

The movie doesn't get all soppy at the end and is surprisingly unsentimental for a Disney animated feature. It keeps its edge and its comic zest all the way through, and although it arrives relatively unheralded, it's a jewel. Read full review

Elizabeth Weitzman

The whole movie is a blast, thanks to a whip-smart script clearly written for kids and grownups alike.

Paula Nechak

Although the start of the movie is a little fragmented, and the last quarter turns predictably rote, the middle is heartfelt, wonderfully diverse and empowering. Read full review

Michael Dequina

Sublimely silly and genuinely sweet film. Read full review

Mick LaSalle

Here's a tiresome feature that could be made into a wonderful 20-minute film -- or, with a few adjustments, into two or three 10-minute shorts. Read full review

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gm101

Feb 23, 2011

One of the few Disney animated movies from the 2000s that I actually loved. Chris Sanders sure does know how to direct a movie (he directed "How to Train Your Dragon" as well). And Stitch is one of my favorite Disney characters (tied with Captain Jack Sparrow for first place).

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nevvertoofar

Aug 6, 2019

Teaches that a family can be diverse in an elegant way paired with a scenic Hawaiian setting and a beautiful soundtrack.

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FreedomFighters

Oct 31, 2016

As rough as the 2000's were for Disney, 2002 graced us with "Lilo & Stitch," a truly fantastic film in the Disney canon. In a time where Disney was struggling to show its creative side, "Lilo & Stitch" graced us with beautiful animation, classic characters (Stitch might be one of Disney'sAs rough as the 2000's were for Disney, 2002 graced us with "Lilo & Stitch," a truly fantastic film in the Disney canon. In a time where Disney was struggling to show its creative side, "Lilo & Stitch" graced us with beautiful animation, classic characters (Stitch might be one of Disney's best characters), a heartwarming message, a ton of charm, and plenty of fun. "Lilo & Stitch" is truly a classic animated film that everyone should watch at some point.… Expand

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heatherm

May 13, 2015

This is a really wonderful movie and a great addition to the Disney canon. It's always nice to see Disney movies taking place in our world, rather than a far away fairy tale place, instead bringing in the far-away from outer space. It's also great to see an alternative family structureThis is a really wonderful movie and a great addition to the Disney canon. It's always nice to see Disney movies taking place in our world, rather than a far away fairy tale place, instead bringing in the far-away from outer space. It's also great to see an alternative family structure represented, and the very real struggle of keeping a family together when it doesn't fit the story book mold of a nuclear family with two parents.

Stitch is a wonderfully compelling character, as he has all kinds of powers but also can't understand certain really basic concepts. I think that it's easy to identify with Stitch's frustration with so many aspects of the world, and his inability to deal with his feelings. It's also trait he shares with Lilo in a way, since she too has so many feelings that she doesn't know how to deal with.

The movie is of course beautifully drawn and animated, with the Hawaiian backdrop providing gorgeous source material. The score and the original songs are also lovely, adding to the movie's richness. This is just such a fantastic film in so many ways. I don't even know how many times I've watched it, but I know I'll watch it again in another year or two. A wonderful, charming, beautiful movie.… Expand

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JPK

Jun 29, 2019

Great Film During A Dark Era For Disney
Disney was in very rough shape in the early 2000’s with multiple Box Office bombs, polarising management, ect. But Lilo & Stitch was a very bright spot during those rough times.

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3t3rnal

Feb 12, 2022

A beautifully drawn and animated movie with a great soundtrack and with a heartwarming story. That being said, the story is perhaps a bit too simplistic and with a lukewarm ending where a couple things don't make much sense. Also, Stitch is perhaps a bit too much of an a-hole at theA beautifully drawn and animated movie with a great soundtrack and with a heartwarming story. That being said, the story is perhaps a bit too simplistic and with a lukewarm ending where a couple things don't make much sense. Also, Stitch is perhaps a bit too much of an a-hole at the beginning. Overall though, still very enjoyable movie that I like to re-watch every couple of years.… Expand

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JakeC.

May 9, 2006

The movie was great. it was creative and it made sense(quite) however the series was very disappointing. hated it! the story was stupid because the situation are unrealistic and do not correspond to past event which create a realistic scene. u said stich was immune to the powers of other The movie was great. it was creative and it made sense(quite) however the series was very disappointing. hated it! the story was stupid because the situation are unrealistic and do not correspond to past event which create a realistic scene. u said stich was immune to the powers of other experiments, howcome the producers never followed this stry lyn. sorry but the sereis stinks. plls post this even if its negative. the crew should consider my opinion to improve their production.… Expand

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