Disney has found its Lilo and Stitch. Newcomer Maia Kealoha has starred in Disney’s live-action Lilo & Stitch remake of its classic film2023 animated film, sources tell The Hollywood Reporter .
Dean Fleischer Camp, independent filmmaker and Oscar nominee for Best Animated Feature wears Shell Marcel of the shoe , is
directed to be a feature of the Disney+ major release .
Disney declined to comment.
This Hawaiian-centric story follows the bond formed between a lonely human girl named Lilo and a dog-like alien named Stitch, who has been genetically engineered to be a destructive force. Thanks to a nosy social worker and an alien who chases knockers, the two bond over a shared sense of family and win. Zach Galifianakis joined the cast in February. Stitch is a natural CG dessert.
Chris Kekaniokalani Bright wrote the adapted screenplay. Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois wrote and directed the original feature film, which, while initially unpopular, developed a loyal fan base and later Going from strength to strength over the years.
Rideback’s Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich are producing. Rideback’s Ryan Halprin is executive producer. .
