The Lilo & Stitch (2025) teaser trailer gives fans a glimpse of the heartwarming, yet adventurous live-action adaptation of the beloved animated classic. Set in the lush landscapes of Hawaii, the trailer teases a mix of nostalgia, humor, and action as it reintroduces audiences to the quirky bond between a little girl and her alien “dog.”
The trailer begins with a wide aerial shot of the picturesque Hawaiian coastline, the sound of ocean waves crashing against the shore. The iconic Hawaiian song “Aloha ʻOe” plays softly in the background as we see a young Lilo Pelekai (played by newcomer Maia Kealoha) running barefoot along the beach, her face filled with curiosity and mischief. She’s holding a camera, capturing pictures of the local wildlife, continuing her quirky hobby from the original film.
The tone quickly shifts as the camera pans to outer space. We’re introduced to a high-tech alien spaceship speeding through the galaxy, chased by Galactic Federation forces. Inside, we catch a brief glimpse of Stitch, or Experiment 626, looking just as chaotic and mischievous as ever. His bright blue fur and oversized ears pop against the sterile spaceship interior, and fans will be pleased to see how faithfully his live-action version retains the charm of the animated original. Stitch (voiced by Chris Sanders) escapes the alien forces by crash-landing on Earth, setting up the core of the story.
Back on the island, Lilo is shown struggling to fit in with the other kids, reinforcing the themes of family and loneliness. Her older sister Nani (Sydney Agudong) is seen balancing her job and raising Lilo, as the emotional heartbeat of the story is re-established.
The trailer’s tone lightens up when Lilo finds Stitch in the woods, thinking he’s a dog, and takes him home. Quick flashes show the chaos Stitch brings into their lives, from destroying household items to terrorizing the locals. “He’s just…different,” Lilo says with a determined smile as the duo bonds.
As the trailer progresses, we get glimpses of the Galactic Federation sending bounty hunters like Captain Gantu (rumored to be played by Temuera Morrison) to Earth to capture Stitch, leading to intense chase sequences through Hawaiian towns and beaches. One action-packed moment shows Stitch saving Lilo from danger, showcasing the unlikely but strong bond that forms between them.
The teaser ends on a humorous note, with Stitch causing more mayhem in Lilo’s house, while the tagline flashes across the screen: “Ohana means family. And family means no one gets left behind.”
The trailer closes with a quick shot of Stitch’s glowing eyes in the dark, as he grins mischievously, teasing fans of the adventure and heartwarming moments to come in this live-action retelling of Lilo & Stitch for a new generation.
