Lilo & Stitch's Rotten Tomatoes score has been revealed. A live-action remake of Disney's 2002 animated movie of the same title, the film follows the titular Hawaiian girl who adopts a dog-like alien and teaches him the true meaning of family, unaware that he is an experiment created to cause chaos and destruction and is being hunted by aliens and social workers. The Lilo & Stitch live-action remake features Chris Sanders reprising his voice role, alongside newcomers Maia Kealoha, Sydney Elizebeth Agudong, Hannah Waddingham, Billy Magnussen, Zach Galifianakis, and Courtney B. Vance.

Now, ahead of its theatrical release, Lilo & Stitch has debuted with a 74% score on Rotten Tomatoes. The film has 47 reviews at the time of writing, so the score is subject to change as more are published. It doesn't yet have an audience score, though it will begin to take shape once it releases in theaters. See where Lilo & Stitch ranks among Disney's live-action remakes below:

What Lilo & Stitch's Rotten Tomatoes Score Means For The Movie

What Are The Reviews Saying?

Lilo & Stitch's Rotten Tomatoes score means that its reviews are mostly positive. For instance, in ScreenRant's Lilo & Stitch review, Mary Kessel writes, "This vividly realized take on the beloved animated classic is Disney's best live-action remake yet... while it might not have the lovable mess of the original, it still finds its voice." Otherwise, critics are praising the remake's heart, emotional depth, and standout performances, particularly Maia Kealoha as Lilo. Many say it retains the core message of the original while offering fresh and more grounded storytelling.

However, a few feel that the remake lacks the original's chaotic energy and cultural uniqueness. Several reviews criticize its unnecessary changes, visual shortcomings, and attempts to balance homage with new ideas. There is certainly a wide range of reactions, as some critics consider it Disney's best live-action remake yet, while others view it as another forgettable adaptation. Overall, Lilo & Stitch is considered a heartfelt, if imperfect, remake that connects emotionally, even if it doesn't sur the beloved animated classic.

Our Take On Lilo & Stitch's Rotten Tomatoes Score

A Much-Needed Bounce Back For Disney's Live-Action Remakes

Lilo & Stitch's Rotten Tomatoes score represents a much-needed bounce-back for Disney's live-action remakes after Snow White's disappointing 39% score earlier this year. Not only are Lilo & Stitch's reviews looking much better, but with strong ticket presales, is also poised to perform much better commercially compared to Snow White, which was a box office bomb. With strong reviews and ticket presales, Lilo & Stitch is shaping up to be a much-needed bounce-back for Disney's live-action remakes in more ways than one.

Lilo & Stitch releases in theaters on May 23.

Source: Rotten Tomatoes