Disney's Lilo & Stitch Surpasses Minecraft Movie as 2025 Highest-Grossing Film

Disney's live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch is rapidly closing in on becoming the first 2025 film to surpass $1 billion at the global box office, currently grossing around $945.9 million worldwide. The film has enjoyed strong domestic and international performances, including becoming the highest-grossing Disney live-action title in Mexico and several Latin American markets, and has surpassed Frozen's domestic total with $401.1 million in the U.S. alone. Despite trailing behind A Minecraft Movie, which leads 2025 with $954.4 million worldwide, Lilo & Stitch is poised to overtake it as the year's highest-grossing Hollywood film very soon. This success underscores the continued strength of nostalgic female-driven IP in theaters post-pandemic, with Lilo & Stitch attracting a majority female audience. Industry analysts highlight that the film's performance reflects a renewed confidence in theatrical releases, especially for familiar, family-friendly properties. Additionally, Lilo & Stitch is closing in on top 50 all-time domestic box office rankings, with only a few films ahead by a narrow margin.