Back in 2002, Disney left an indelible mark on fans with the release of “Lilo & Stitch,” a quirky and heartfelt adventure crafted by Chris Sanders and Dean DeBlois. Emerging during a somewhat turbulent time for Disney, the film stood out amidst a series of less successful ventures post-Disney Renaissance. With the heartwarming story of a young girl’s bond with an alien, drawing parallels to “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial,” “Lilo & Stitch” captivated audiences. This oddball charmer of a movie, featuring Lilo’s (voiced by Daveigh Chase) friendship with Stitch (voiced by Chris Sanders), an escaped experiment from a distant planet, proved that Disney still had magic left, offering a story rich in humor, warmth, and a delightful dose of chaos.

Over the years, the “Lilo & Stitch” universe has expanded with several sequels and spin-offs, parading through both animated adventures and television series. Seeking to dive into every Stitch escapade? Here’s your go-to guide:

Released initially were:
1. “Lilo & Stitch” (2002)
2. “Stitch! The Movie” (2003)
3. “Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch” (2005)
4. “The Origin of Stitch” (2005) (short)
5. “Leroy & Stitch” (2006)

These titles, however, are just the beginning. “Stitch! The Movie” functioned as a pilot for “Lilo & Stitch: The Series” (2003-2006), encompassing 65 episodes over two seasons, with “Leroy & Stitch” capping it as a grand finale. Additionally, “The Origin of Stitch” landed as a special inclusion in the “Lilo & Stitch 2” DVD.

Even beyond this, Disney’s collaboration with Japan’s TV Tokyo birthed the “Stitch!” anime series from 2008 to 2011, followed by specials like “Stitch and the Planet of Sand” and “Stitch! Perfect Memory.” In 2017, Stitch returned for new adventures in a China-set English-language series “Stitch and Ai.” Each adaptation continued to build upon Stitch’s escapades as Lilo grew up and moved on.

And fans, there’s more on the horizon! A live-action/CGI remake is in the works, directed by Dean Fleischer Camp of “Marcel the Shell with Shoes On” fame. While we await an official release date, it’s known the remake will debut on Disney+.

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Source: SlashFilm