Disney’s Lilo & Stitch Surpasses $1 Billion Global Box Office

Disney's live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch has surpassed $1 billion in worldwide box office revenue, making it the first U.S. film of 2025 to reach this milestone and outperforming Paramount’s Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning in both revenue and number of theaters. The film earned $416.2 million domestically and $584.8 million internationally, becoming Disney's highest-grossing live-action film ever in Mexico with $67 million. The success is attributed to its strong connection with audiences, particularly for its heartfelt portrayal of Hawaiian culture and the relationship between the lead characters, which has resonated deeply and emotionally with viewers. Despite some mixed critical reviews, including a 4/10 score from Collider's Aidan Kelley who criticized it as merchandise-driven, the film holds a 92% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and has already prompted the development of a sequel. The young star Maia Kealoha and other cast members have expressed pride in the film's impact and its authentic storytelling, which has touched many hearts. This achievement places Lilo & Stitch ahead of notable franchises like Guy Ritchie's Sherlock Holmes in domestic box office earnings and even surpasses the global gross of Christopher Nolan’s acclaimed The Dark Knight.