Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Disney's Lilo & Stitch Remake Shocks with New Ending

6/12/2025

23 5

Summary

Story summary

Disney's live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch has ignited discussions with its surprising new ending, where Nani departs for California, diverging from the original's joyful finale. Director Dean Fleischer Camp champions this shift, highlighting community ties and introducing Tutu, a character embodying Hawaiian values who steps in to care for Lilo. The film boasts an impressive 93% audience score.

1 of 1

Story summary

Disney's live-action remake of Lilo & Stitch has ignited discussions with its surprising new ending, where Nani departs for California, diverging from the original's joyful finale. Director Dean Fleischer Camp champions this shift, highlighting community ties and introducing Tutu, a character embodying Hawaiian values who steps in to care for Lilo. The film boasts an impressive 93% audience score.