Disney Announces New Lilo & Stitch Short for November 2026

Walt Disney Animation Studios has announced a new theatrical short film, "Lilo & Stitch: Lilo Scratch," which will debut exclusively in theaters alongside the studio's upcoming feature "Hexed" on November 25, 2026. The announcement was made on June 26, known to fans as 626 Day, at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in France.

The short marks the first new theatrical short from Disney Animation in five years and represents Stitch's return to a Disney Animation project since the original 2002 film. Directed by Fawn Veerasunthorn and Malcon Pierce, the story is set shortly after the events of the first movie. Lilo brings home a mischievous rescue cat named Scratch, introducing it as a new member of the family, or "ohana." When Lilo leaves Stitch in charge to run an errand, the chaotic feline immediately sets its sights on eating Lilo's pet fish, Pudge, triggering a wild chase and a laser-blasting battle across the island.

Key creative talent from the franchise is returning. Chris Sanders, who co-created, co-directed, and originally voiced Stitch, reprises his vocal role. Maia Kealoha, who voiced Lilo in the 2025 live-action adaptation, returns to voice the character...