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Disney Unveils Summer 2028 Sequels: “Lilo & Stitch 2” and “Incredibles 3”

3/18/2026

Summary

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Disney announced two summer 2028 sequels, “Lilo & Stitch 2” on May 26, 2028, and “Incredibles 3” on June 16, 2028, at a shareholder meeting led by CEO Josh D’Amaro.
“Lilo & Stitch 2” will be written by Chris Sanders, co-creator of the original.
“Incredibles 3” will be directed by Peter Sohn, taking over from Brad Bird, who remains as screenwriter.
The first two “Incredibles” films earned a combined $1.87 billion globally.

History

Historical Context

Disney's "The Incredibles," released in 2004, grossed over $631 million, revitalizing animated films after a period of decline. This success solidified Pixar's status, leading to Disney's acquisition of the studio for $7.4 billion in 2006. The announcement of sequels for "Lilo & Stitch" and "Incredibles" reflects Disney's strategy to leverage nostalgia and established franchises for ongoing profitability in the competitive entertainment landscape.

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Story summary

Disney announced two summer 2028 sequels, “Lilo & Stitch 2” on May 26, 2028, and “Incredibles 3” on June 16, 2028, at a shareholder meeting led by CEO Josh D’Amaro.
“Lilo & Stitch 2” will be written by Chris Sanders, co-creator of the original.
“Incredibles 3” will be directed by Peter Sohn, taking over from Brad Bird, who remains as screenwriter.
The first two “Incredibles” films earned a combined $1.87 billion globally.

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