'Lilo & Stitch' releases on digital VOD: Where to watch
"Lilo & Stitch" are coming home.
The live-action reimagining of Disney's beloved animated classic officially made its way onto select digital platforms on July 22, a couple months after the film premiered in U.S. theaters.
"(Lilo & Stitch) brings new energy into the hilarious and heart-warming tale of Lilo and her cute-yet-chaotic adopted 'pet' Stitch," Disney said in a statement. "Lush tropical settings provide welcoming visuals as warm as the 'found family' that Lilo and Stitch create together, while also authentically honoring the cultures and beauty of Hawai’i."
The remake has proved to be a profitable venture for Disney, grossing approximately $1 billion (and counting) at the global box office. Given its significant commercial success, it should come as no surprise that a sequel is "currently in development," according to Disney.
Paste BN's Brian Truitt gave the film ★★½ out of four, writing that "Director Dean Fleischer Camp’s family adventure feels like an excessively earnest Disney Channel movie compared with the delightfully unhinged 2002 cartoon."
"That's great for those who want more of a human connection but not so much if you’re more jazzed about Stitch wrecking a bunch of stuff," Truitt adds.
Here's what to know about the "Lilo & Stitch" digital release, including when it will be available to stream.
Where to watch 'Lilo & Stitch' at home
The new "Lilo & Stitch" is now available to rent or purchase on video on-demand (VOD) platforms like Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV and Fandango at Home.
'Lilo & Stitch' 4K Blu-ray/DVD release
The movie won't make its "extraterrestrial entry" on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD until Aug. 26.
When could 'Lilo & Stitch' release for streaming on Disney+?
A streaming release date has not yet been announced for "Lilo & Stitch." Based on the timeframe surrounding past Disney streaming releases, including "Moana 2" and "Mufasa: The Lion King," the film could be released on Disney+ in late August or early September.
Paste BN review: New 'Lilo & Stitch' falls short of first film's unhinged brilliance
'Lilo & Stitch' deleted scenes, bloopers
According to Disney, the "Lilo & Stitch" digital and Blu-ray releases include bonus features, like deleted scenes, bloopers and more behind-the-scenes packages.
The bonus content includes a breakdown of Stitch's favorite moments, a side-by-side comparison of scenes from the animated original film alongside their live-action counterpart, among others.
'Lilo & Stitch' soundtrack now streaming
"Lilo & Stitch" fans can also stream the film's original soundtrack, which features new music by Iam Tongi, Mark Kealiʻi Hoʻomalu, Nyjah Music & Zyah Rhythm and an original score by Dan Romer, on Amazon, Spotify and Apple Music now.
Watch the 'Lilo & Stitch' trailer
'Lilo & Stitch' cast
The "Lilo & Stitch" cast includes:
- Chris Sanders as the voice of Stitch
- Maia Kealoha as Lilo
- Sydney Agudong as Nani, Lilo's big sister/guardian
- Zach Galifianakis as mad scientist Jumba
- Billy Magnussen as Earth-loving oddball Pleakley
- Courtney B. Vance as Agent Cobra Bubbles
- Tia Carrere as Mrs. Kekoa, the social worker concerned about Nani and Lilo’s home life
Contributing: Brian Truitt, Paste BN
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