About Lilo & Stitch: The Series

Lilo & Stitch: The Series is an animated television series that aired from 2003 to 2006. It is a sequel to the 2002 Disney film, 'Lilo & Stitch,' and plays out the premise set in the conclusion of the movie. The story revolves around a young Hawaiian girl named Lilo, and her adopted alien sibling named Stitch. The series recounts their mission to capture and rehabilitate Stitch's 625 alien experiment "cousins" who are causing mischief all over the island of Hawaii.

Making / Production

The series was produced by Walt Disney Television Animation and ran for a successful two seasons, airing 65 episodes in total. It was created by Dean DeBlois and Chris Sanders, who also served as executive producers. The show's rich animation and colorful design were modeled after its predecessor film.

Actors

• Daveigh Chase: She returned from the original film to voice Lilo Pelekai, playing the role with energy and humor.
• Chris Sanders: Sanders reprised his role as Stitch, bringing the same endearing mischievousness to the character in the series.
• Tia Carrere: Carrere provided the voice for Nani Pelekai, Lilo's older sister and guardian. She brought a mix of sternness and tenderness to the role.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series served as a bridge between 'Lilo & Stitch' and its direct-to-video sequel, 'Stitch! The Movie.'
• Each of Stitch's 625 "cousins" in the show has its own unique power or talent.
• The series is one of the few Disney shows that continued with the same voice cast from the movie.

Music / Soundtrack

• The series showcases original music, along with the iconic Elvis Presley tracks featured prominently in the original film.
• The theme song for the TV series, "Aloha, E komo Mai," was performed by Jump5 and is sung in both English and Hawaiian.