Lilo & Stitch
As Stitch, a runaway genetic experiment from a faraway planet, 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 ʻohana, the Hawaiian tradition of family.
Critics Sentiment
Stitch remembers ohana and convinces everyone to rescue Lilo
Cobra Bubbles threatens to take Lilo away from Nani
The film swings dramatically upward from the family crisis at its darkest point to the emotionally powerful ohana revelation, a 3.1 point jump that represents Stitch's complete character transformation.
Lilo & Stitch maintains strong audience affection throughout most of its runtime, with particular praise for its unique Hawaiian setting, Elvis soundtrack, and realistic family dynamics. The film dips to its lowest point during the family separation crisis, but recovers powerfully with Stitch's emotional transformation and the beloved ohana speech. Critics consistently highlighted the film's refreshing departure from Disney formula and its genuine emotional resonance.
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Daveigh Chase
Lilo (voice)
Chris Sanders
Stitch (voice)
Tia Carrere
Nani (voice)
David Ogden Stiers
Jumba (voice)
Kevin McDonald
Pleakley (voice)
Ving Rhames
Cobra Bubbles (voice)
Zoe Caldwell
Grand Councilwoman (voice)
Jason Scott Lee
David Kawena (voice)
Kevin Michael Richardson
Captain Gantu (voice)
Susan Hegarty
Rescue Lady (voice)
Amy Hill
Mrs. Hasagawa (voice)
Steve Alterman
Additional Voices (voice)
Emily Anderson
Additional Voices (voice)
Jack Angel
Additional Voices (voice)
Bill Asing
Additional Voices (voice)
Erica Beck
Additional Voices (voice)
Bob Bergen
Additional Voices (voice)
Steve Blum
Additional Voices (voice)
Rodger Bumpass
Additional Voices (voice)
Cathy Cavadini
Additional Voices (voice)
Crew
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