Lilo & Stitch (2002)

Stars	User	Rating
7	maddog	90 _95th
It's not often that you see a truly dysfunctional family in a Disney cartoon that feels believable. Tia Carrere does a great job in displaying her exasperation as Nani trying to raise the odd and troubled Lilo. Very enjoyable, and very different for Disney. Frankly, it's the first film in a long, long while for them that didn't feel lifted from somewhere.
7	Luna6ix	70 _34th
The early years of the new millennium mark a rough patch for traditionally animated movies. Computer animated movies were trending, and what's more, there was a lot of care put into them to make them appealing to all. "Lilo & Stitch" is like watching Disney go through puberty, you see some growth in capturing real human conflict and emotions with the child protective services, but it's still just not quite as mature as they would become.
7	mwgerb	63 _73rd
Gets shockingly heavy at moments, with two daughters still reeling from their parents' death and an alien creature without a meaning to live. Add to that the potent mix of Hawaiian and Elvis music, and the science fiction sensibilities, and you get something that's emotionally powerful and really appealing to me, even if the ending comes too easily and the technical aspects can't match Disney at its peak a decade earlier.
5	BillyShears	80 _77th
I cannot believe they changed the ending where Lilo and Stitch hijack the plane with boxcutters , 9/11 sucked the fun right out of Disney , they just haven’t been the same since then.
5	Elfflame	92 _96th
Possibly the most unusual and otherwise unique Disney film ever to be made. For once reflecting the reality of families today--that we could lose each other at any point, and so we should treasure every moment.
5	Beer94	68 _64th
Such an odd storyline, but at least it's original. Pleasing but it's all quite chaotic.
3	Talea	80 _68th
If you don't come out of this film wanting to live in Hawaii and own a Stitch of your own, you have no heart. The characters and setting lift this up from the usual Disney pablum.
3	RoboShark	90 _78th
Sure, the plot's a bit rushed at the end, and the whole thing's leisurely paced until it's not. But there are few Disney films as heartfelt, supportive of nontraditional families, and as, well, weird. Also, Stitch is just about the most adorable creature ever imagined.
3	GreatScott85	91 _78th
A wonderful little movie that balances its weirder elements with an easy-to-embrace heart.
3	Corbad	70 _54th
Lilo is an hilarious protagonist and the film itself is light and fun.
2	StarSiren	90 _95th
This is an example of Disney trying to get back to its roots. I loved it. Cute story.
2	doctor7	63 _42nd
A cute family movie with some decent laughs here and there. While it's better than most kids movies I still wouldn't watch it unless the kids wanted to.
2	ServantDagon	81 _55th
Cute.
2	TheDenizen	50 _26th
Kind of endearing in the first half watching Stitch rip shit up, but once the Disney formula kicks in it's all downhill.
2	Ytadel	8 _93rd
(2014-15 Disneython #36:) I watched this back in 2002 and it's didn't make a huge impression on me. To my shock, rewatching it today in 2015, it's now one of my favorite Disney films of all time. Clever, funny, deeply emotional and exciting and witty and packed with both Hawaiian and alien goodness. Damn, this is a great movie. It doesn't hurt that Lilo's big sister is the hottest Disney chick of all time, with her midriff-baring tops and a thick, juicy ass that just won't quit.
2	PeaceAnarchy	81 _64th
Simple, yes, but it has an honest sensibility missing from many kids films. Lilo is a bit annoying at the start but once we see more of her life it's easy to root for her and the situation allows the film to really capture your heart.
2	Suture Self	4 _35th
This isn't a horrible movie, but I'm kinda mad they replaced that cool Alien Encounter ride at Epcot with a weird Lilo & Stitch ride. Lame
2	yoshifan	10 _96th
One of the last great Disney animated movies. Disney finally gets into original territory, and knocks one out of the park.
2	Obdurate	80 _66th
I liked this a lot more than I thought I would. Maybe it has gotten lost among other animated movies but you can't go wrong with this. It's funny with heart.
2	misterlizard	50 _52nd
Pretty good compared to some of the Disney animated output from the few years before this. It's still very much a kids film, but has enough charm and humour to keep adults amused, without resorting to pop culture references and "jokes for the parents". The story is markedly more original and better-written than past Disney efforts.
2	hellboy76	72 _86th
Most of the film is the same as any other of this type, but Stitch is great and the weird Hawaiian Elvis score really makes this a lot of fun. One of the best traditional animated Disney films.
2	Leonardis	87 _55th
Not Disney's most inventive pictures, but Lilo and Stitch has enough weird and very enjoyable characters and scenes and the animation and voice acting are just fine. It's pretty enjoyable and endearing at times.
2	hotsake	75 _84th
Cute and not as annoying as you'd expect. The subtext about the importance of family was well done and rarely got preachy.
2	joel-w-m	7 _64th
The highlight here is the blossoming bond between precious lil troublemaker Lilo and her spirit animal Stitch, with their quirky and sometimes destructive antics masking a simple search for belonging. The sister relationship and weighty broken-family motif are full of genuine feeling too though, and together with the refreshing island setting these dynamics make for a grounded and charming character-focused film. The wild space action bookends then, while entertaining, feel a bit out of place.
2	americamera	96 _85th
Who doesn't love Lilo & Stitch? As a kid, I used to watch the Disney Channel spinoff show religiously after school. I want to shake the hand of whoever thought of this beautiful juxtaposition-- part exciting space escapade, part girl-and-her-alien-dog buddy tale, and part family drama. That last element is what really makes the movie what it is, in my opinion. Nani should be hailed as a Disney princess in her own right for how hard she worked to be the best sister she could be. Love this movie.
2	vv238	64 _67th
The Disney-ness of the story actually gets in the way of how interesting many of the characters actually are. I love the interaction between the sisters and Stitch's existential crisis. But since this is Disney and must be made for children a lot of this takes a back-seat to the whimsical plot and musical numbers.
1	MartinTeller	83 _77th
Kind of irritating to watch the older sister (Nani) get deeper and deeper into trouble with no relief, but that little Stitch is so damn funny! I love Stitch!
1	gibberish	85 _77th
A surprisingly fresh Disney 2-D animation filled with Elvis and aliens, and set in Hawaii.
1	djfntstque	74 _55th
This is one of the four Disney movies made after 1942 that I would happily show any of my theoretical children.
1	TheDiceman	50 _35th
Good childrens animation.
1	martryn	67 _44th
This is about where Disney hit it's all-time low. Still, it's Disney, so the movie has some charm to it.
1	Dustyd	85 _94th
One of my favorite disney films. Smart, charming, funny, and heartwarming.
1	darkman	89 _97th
I really like this disney movie. The characters are interessting, the animations are good and the story is nice.
1	Shephard	90 _96th
Fresh, quirky, hilarious and full of unique characters and plot elements that create a highly entertaining, heart-felt story. It appeals to adults as well as children. One of Disney's most original and fun!
1	ofallpieces	94 _87th
Absolutely loved every second of it. Elvis was a nice choice for the soundtrack.
1	Jeb	45 _29th
Full of heart and shows Disney trying to get back to their roots.
1	TheRealJ-Ro	75 _55th
Give it a 75 because, while it's not a film that I will actively pursue watching again, it's a cute little kids flick that will get over well with that age group.
1	PirateKitty	90 _80th
Love it! it makes me cry! Ohana (sp?) means family! sucker punch right to the heart!
1	Haha	91 _83rd
This is the non Pixar disney film I love. Best non pixar disney film of this decade by far.
1	CosmicMonkey	75 _49th
I remember being dissappointed by it much as a kid, but re-watching it as an adult it's become easier to appreciate it's edgier and oddball nature. This has become one of Disney's most under-rated flicks, showcasing some of the most realistic and believable characters in the entire Disney library. Still, it's pacing is off and while cute, lacks a certain level of charm that we see in the animated greats.
1	Astroduck	92 _83rd
Proof Disney can still make great animated movies.
1	tsvete	89 _56th
I love that they included Elvis Presley's songs, being a fan of his that made me really happy 1
1	NothingsGood	75 _83rd
Really weird to start, but finds its groove in the second act. Terrific animation, characters, laughter and drama.
1	chmul_cr0n	67 _46th
Follows the old conflicts-arise-because-people-blame-other-people-for-shit-they-clearly-didn't-do-when-they-had-every-reason-to-blame-them-earlier rule and sometimes mixes cartoon logic with...let's say regular logic...in an unsatisfying manner. The emotional beats are really well done, though.
1	Gnalkhere	70 _46th
how the fuck did i not rate this rip jumba
1	JLFM	81 _83rd
Extremely reminiscent of The Iron Giant - not just in plot details, but in its honesty and emotional rawness. The relationship between Lilo and Nani doesn’t feel sanitized - it rings true with in a genuine sort of way that often escapes the tidy cookie-cutter family dynamics of mainstream animation. As good as everything else is here, the greatness of Lilo & Stitch is found in Lilo and Nani.
1	TheEscapist	74 _72nd
Great family friendly film. Lovable characters, nice story, touching scenes with a good and sweet message and overall just a very enjoyable. Thought the final act was a bit messy but everything else makes up for it, a very good film for the whole family!
1	DyanneThorne	88 _93rd
Criticker suggested 65 points for this one. How dare you, Criticker?! This is an underrated classic, one of the best Disney movies ever made and certainly better than the self-important and awkward Pocahontas. Supposedly, the Disney company would like to make more movies with non-white and non-western characters; this is what it looks like when they stop hemming and hawing and wringing their hands and just DO it.
1	thereeldeal	40 _9th
Every single character is terribly obnoxious. The best thing about this movie has nothing to do with the movie itself: it's the trailers for it that had Stitch appear in and corrupt several other (much better) Disney classics.
1	backwardsuit	64 _31st
Didn't impress me much as a kid but then again it was around the same time I was starting to get corrupted by violent action/horror movies. For the ten-year-old me this didn't really comapare well to Dog Soldiers. Saw it again later and it still didn't make a very strong impression, although I did appreciate some of the weird touches a bit more. It feels unfortunately stuck between a formulaic Disney product and a little oddball curiosity.
1	Dullshimmer	80 _36th
A strange, but enjoyable movie. I'm honestly not sure how this movie works but it does. It takes a struggling family of two sisters and places them within a sci-fi story of a crashed alien in Hawaii. The result is a good mix of humor, action, and touching scenes as everything transpires. All topped off with an Elvis soundtrack.
1	DorothyOz	65 _39th
Not the best Disney but not a bad film
1	cairosmith	62 _54th
Has a half-dozen great gags, and a dozen or so heartwarming character moments. Lilo is a truly unique children's protagonist, and her behavioral struggles do a lot to elevate the film. Ultimately, a whole lot of slapstick and broadbrush comic relief stop the film from remaining in any sort of meaningful emotional territory.
1	skap	65 _31st
This film is so far from the Disney canon in all respects, it's worth attention already for this. That means it doesn't have the typical Disney flaws, but it doesn't have the Disney virtues either. It has flaws and virtues of a different kind.
1	War Machine	99 _98th
Rvw. End and bland big alien guy made me wanna lower a point but nah one of my favs. I love lilo so much. And shit was real. 90 jan 13 2018. jan 2021 99- cuz lilo might be the best disney character ever
1	mwestcott	87 _70th
Lilo and Stitch is a unique tale for Disney. Combining a timeless family story with a well thought out alien universe. The voice work is flawless. Each scene either builds the drama or makes you laugh out loud. Stitch himself is adorable and surprisingly three dimensional. Daveigh Chase's voice work as Lilo is among the best child voice acting Disney has ever released.

Average Percentile 48.91% from 5062 Ratings