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Lilo & Stitch are back on the big screen this year, drawing large numbers of families and fans to theaters. Disney’s 2025 live-action remake retells the heartwarming story of a lonely Hawaiian girl, Lilo, who adopts a small, strange creature she names Stitch. What she doesn’t know is that Stitch is a runaway genetic splice meant for extermination. The two build an unexpected relationship, learning what family and belonging actually mean.

Lilo & Stitch Nearing $1 Billion At The Worldwide Box Office

Now deep into its fourth weekend in theaters, Lilo & Stitch shows no signs of slowing. It added another $15.5 million domestically, bringing its worldwide earnings to a massive $825 million. The film edges closer to the $1 billion milestone with $366 million from North America and another $492 million from international audiences (per Box Office Mojo).

Lilo & Stitch Box Office Breakdown

Domestic- $366.5 million International- $492 million...

Disney's live-action remakes have been nothing if not hit-or-miss. Some are considered improvements over their animated predecessors, and others...not so much.

Lilo & Stitch's fanbase has only grown since it was released in 2002, with merchandise featuring the adorable Experiment 626 still dominating store shelves over two decades later. Disney's marketing campaign for the movie has been fantastic, but will that translate into a great movie?

Based on the first social media reactions we first shared on Toonado.com, the answer to that question is a resounding "yes."

As you can see below, Lilo & Stitch is being hailed as Disney's best live-action remake yet, and the verdict thus far is overwhelmingly positive. Original plans called for this to be a Disney+ Original, so it's safe to say current Disney CEO Bob Iger was right to pivot to a theatrical release.

That's evident from early box office tracking suggesting a debut of at...

The first reactions to the live-action Lilo & Stitchare in, and the responses are nearly unanimous. The upcoming Disney remake will follow the story of a fugitive alien who gets adopted by a young Hawaiian girl, Lilo (Maia Kealoha), which leads to an exploration of family and belonging. It's also the latest movie to get the live-action treatment, with the original movie releasing in 2002, which was then followed by a Disney Channel series. Following the first Lilo & Stitch trailer, there has been a lot of hype behind the new Disney remake, which is set to release on May 23, 2025.

Now, just days before its release, the first reactions to Lilo & Stitch have dropped, and they have been positive. Several reviewers have even called it one of the best live-action Disney remakes. Check them out below:

#LiloAndStitch is Pure Disney Magic! It’s a story about loss, friendship, & ohana, told in...

Disney’s live-action movies have come in for some harsh criticism in the last several years, but it looks like that is about to change with the release of the highly-anticipated Lilo & Stitch. Like most Disney remakes, when it was first announced, many did not feel that the film would be able to live up to the charm of the original movie, but first reactions seem to suggest that the film is about push aside the controversies of Snow White and other recent releases and will be a strong challenger for the box office number one spot when it faces Tom Cruise’s Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning over Memorial Day weekend.

While official reviews are yet to start coming in, early reactions on X and other social media platforms have been incredibly positive and could put Lilo & Stitch in the surprising position of being a Disney live-action remake...

Disney’s latest live-action remake, ‘Lilo & Stitch’, has been met with positive feedback from critics. Early reactions from press screenings praise the film for its heartfelt story and impressive blend of live-action and CGI. Many are calling it one of Disney’s best live-action remakes so far.

Critics have noted that the film stays true to the spirit of the original animated classic while also adding new elements that make it feel fresh. The portrayal of Lilo and Nani’s relationship has been highlighted as especially touching, with Maia Kealoha’s performance as Lilo receiving widespread acclaim.

Viewers are impressed by how well Stitch’s character was adapted into live-action, blending animation and reality seamlessly.

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The Story and the Cast Just like the 2002 animated movie, the live-action remake follows Lilo, a young Hawaiian girl who adopts...

“Lilo & Stitch,” Disney’s latest live-action remake, has been revealed to select members of the press, and the first reactions to the film are overwhelmingly positive.

Critic Wendy Lee Szany wrote on X, “Lilo and Stitch is the best Disney live-action to date. Seeing Stitch in his live-action form on the big screen brings on a huge wave of nostalgia. Tons of laughter and heartwarming moments. The film hits similar beats to the original, as well added something new flavors.”

Journalist Laura Sirikul wrote on X, “Lilo and Stitch was heartwarming & really gave the official film more depth to Lilo & Nani. Maia Kealoha is a Star! The Stitch was so well made. I never imagined in 23 years they’d be able to merge animation w/ live action this well. It was magical. Very sweet.”

The original “Lilo & Stitch” was released in 2002, making this the most recent animated movie...

Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning is expected to be the end of the line for Tom Cruise's iconic Imf agent, Ethan Hunt, and the first critic reactions have been shared on X following screenings across the globe last night.

The response is largely very positive, though it does sound like you'll need to do your homework and rewatch each of the previous instalments to get the most out of this conclusion. Some seem to feel it's a little self-indulgent, comparing Hunt to the Fast & Furious franchise's Dominic Toretto.

Overall, though, Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning sounds like a fun time at the movies, with plenty of edge-of-your-seat action and a story that does right by Cruise's most iconic silver screen role.

Of course, we know better by now than to put too much stock into social media reactions like these. Ultimately, it will be the...

It’s time for the final reckoning — and fans are here for it! The first reactions to Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning are in, although they might not exactly be what you’re hoping for.

But first, let’s start off with our own editor-in-chief Chris Bumbray, who was fortunate enough to catch a screening of the soon-to-be blockbuster and wrote that it “has some jaw dropping moments (the plane chase is an all time). Very much Dead Reckoning part 2 – I do still think this saga could have been 1 amazing movie, but I had a lot of fun.”

#MissionImpossibleTheFinalReckoning has some jaw dropping moments (the plane chase is an all time). Very much Dead Reckoning part 2 – I do still think this saga could have been 1 amazing movie, but I had a lot of fun.

— JoBlo.com (@joblocom) May 13, 2025

Expectedly, a lot of the praise is for the reigning king of Hollywood,...

“Tom Cruise has done it again!” That’s the very early verdict from press screenings for the Hollywood icon’s latest film, Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning, with the film variously described as “astonishing,” “jaw-dropping,” “insane” and the “action movie of the summer.”

Following a series of press screenings, first reactions to Final Reckoning are hitting social media after the embargo lifted on Monday night. The social media reactions come ahead of official critics’ reviews, which drop on Wednesday.

The eighth film in the long-running Paramount Pictures spy action franchise, Final Reckoning has a lot riding on it for the studio as well as the domestic box office. In November 2024, The Hollywood Reporter reported that the project has had a long and difficult journey, with a budget approaching a hefty $400 million amid production delays — partly due to the 2023 Hollywood strikes — making it one of the most expensive films ever made.

Universal and DreamWorks Pictures’ live-action How to Train Your Dragon screened for members of the press and theater owners at CinemaCon yesterday, and the first reactions are now online.

Attendees were advised that they were about to see an unfinished version of the movie, but a few incomplete VFX shots weren't enough to dull an incredibly enthusiastic response.

Quite a few posts hail How To Train Your Dragon as "the best live-action remake" yet, and it sounds like the movie does a great job of recapturing everything that made the animated original so popular. The only minor criticism we can see is that the new elements introduced don't work quite so well.

We all know not to put too much stock in these initial reactions at this stage, but have a look at some X posts below, and we'll be sure to bring you what will no doubt be a...

Update: Universal’s live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon is already a major hit with members of the entertainment press, and now the studio is proud to announce that How to Train Your Dragon 2 is in the works for a June 11, 2027 release! After the reveal, Httyd director Dean DeBlois introduced Universal’s 43-piece orchestra conducted by Ricky Minor with Scottish music from the film’s score.

Original Article: Universal l brought something special to CinemaCon 2025 by screening the studio’s live-action adaptation of How to Train Your Dragon. Dean DeBlois, who directed the original animated trilogy, returns to helm the latest version of the epic tale of friendship, bravery, and never judging a dragon by its razor-sharp teeth.

To celebrate the film’s CinemaCon debut, we’ve gathered many reactions to the film, knowing there are significant fans of the franchise in attendance.

I expected the reactions...

We recently reported on the run-times for the first two episodes of Daredevil: Born Again, but now that the full season has been sent out to critics in advance of the show's premiere next week, we know how long all nine episodes will clock-in at.

Most of the eps average at around the 40-minute mark, but the pilot and finale are significantly longer at 58 and 57 minutes, respectively.

Marvel has also released a new social media spot focusing on Wilson Fisk, aka the Kingpin (Vincent D'Onofrio), who will have established himself as the Mayor of New York by the time we catch up with him after the events of Echo.

Based on what we see in this teaser, Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox) has every reason to be wary of his old enemy's motives.

Check out the run-times and promo below, along with the glowing first reactions to the first two episodes...

Based on what we learned from last night's social media reactions (see below), the first episode of Daredevil: Born Again begins with a shocking scene that will serve as a catalyst for Matt Murdock's arc across the entire season.

Possible spoilers follow.

If you've been keeping track of the various set photos that found their way online when the series was shooting, you'll likely be aware that Elden Henson's Foggy Nelson is probably going to be killed off.

While speaking to Extra TV, star Charlie Cox teased this "brutal" sequence, and admitted that he's still not convinced it was the right way to take the story.

“At the beginning of this season, there's a very traumatic event, which is going to change Matt Murdock's life… He'll probably never be the same again. I'm still not convinced it's the right thing to do, but we have to come back big and bold,...

Stars, filmmakers and special guests hit the red carpet in New York City tonight to celebrate the launch of Marvel Television’s Daredevil: Born Again, and initial reactions to the first two episodes are now online.

The biggest takeaway here is that Born Again is said to feel like a natural continuation of the Netflix series, although quite a few of the posts below note that it's not exactly the same.

The Disney+ show is reportedly every bit as brutal, bloody and hard-hitting (perhaps even more so?) as its predecessor, however, and the opening scene is said to be a complete shocker.

If you've been keeping track of our coverage of the various set photos you might have a pretty good idea what this sequence involves, but no spoilers here just in case.

The reactions are mostly glowing, but there are a few criticisms, including what sounds like some iffy...

The slasher movie sub-genre appears to be alive and well in 2025 with Heart Eyes, a new horror effort from Werewolves Within director Josh Ruben and writers Christopher Landon (Happy Death Day), Phillip Murphy and Michael Kennedy. While a slew of horror movies are opening in the first part of the year, including the buzzy AI thriller Companion, signs point to Heart Eyes being the true break out of the bunch if these first reactions to the film are any indication.

On X, @bigscreenleaks said, "#HeartEyes is going to become your latest obsession. A breath of fresh air for the slasher genre, Olivia Holt and Mason Gooding have chemistry for days, delivering every line perfectly and investing you for the long haul. The kills are simply put, Bloody Beautiful and a delight."

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Hopefully, these upcoming horror movies will be scarier than the thought...

The social media embargo for Agatha All Along lifted a few hours ago and we now have a roundup of verdicts from critics who were fortunate enough to see four of the eight episodes in advance (check back here tomorrow night for our full review).

As you can see, the overall consensus is extremely positive; however, the majority seem to agree that the WandaVision follow-up gets off to a slow start and perhaps tries a little too hard to generate fan theories.

The cast and queer themes receive a fair bit of praise and some are, as you might expect, calling Agatha All Along one of the best and most unique Marvel Television projects to date.

We'll see what tale that all-important Rotten Tomatoes score tells, but those of you who have had your doubts about the series can now put your minds at rest if these early verdicts are...