Stitch! The Movie (2003)

About Stitch! The Movie

Stitch! The Movie is a direct-to-video animated science fiction comedy film released in August 2003, a sequel to the 2002 film Lilo & Stitch and the second film in the Lilo & Stitch franchise. The story takes us back to Hawaii, where Stitch is living happily with Lilo and her older sister, Nani. One day, they suddenly discover a secret chamber in their house which contains the other 625 experiments of Jumba Jookiba, Stitch’s creator, leading to loads of exciting, chaotic, and hilarious adventures.

Making / Production

The film was produced by Walt Disney Television Animation and animated by Rough Draft Studios. The film was directed by Tony Craig and Bobs Gannaway, and was intended to serve as the backdoor pilot for the Lilo & Stitch TV series, which launched thereafter.

Actors

• Chris Sanders as Stitch: He flawlessly maintains the mischievous, lovable nature of Stitch.
• Daveigh Chase as Lilo Pelekai: She splendidly portrays the cheerful and caring Lilo who forms a unique bond with Stitch.
• Tia Carrere as Nani Pelekai: The role of Lilo's responsible and caring older sister is beautifully played by her.
• David Ogden Stiers as Jumba Jookiba: Jumba is Stitch's evil genius creator, skillfully depicted by Stiers.
• Kevin McDonald as Pleakley: An alien from planet Plorgonar, wonderfully executed by McDonald.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This film was a direct-to-video release and was not originally screened in theaters.
• Stitch! The Movie has served as the introduction to the Lilo & Stitch TV series.
• The production of the film started soon after the first film, Lilo & Stitch, was a success.

Quotes

• "If we do not hang together, we will hang separately. - Benjamin Franklin." - Lilo
• "Just my luck. I rescue the operation that couldn't shut up." - Gantu, about Experiment 625

Music, Soundtrack

• The film features the song "Aloha, E Komo Mai" by Jump5.
• The score was composed by Michael Tavera, known for his work in numerous other animated TV series and films.