Alien Cuteness Invasion: Disney's Live-Action 'Lilo & Stitch' Totally Crushes Memorial Day Box Office

Disney just dropped the mic on Hollywood with their live-action “Lilo & Stitch” remake, and honestly? We’re here for it.
The sci-fi comedy starring adorable 7-year-old Maia Kealoha absolutely dominated the Memorial Day weekend, raking in an absolutely bonkers $183 million and setting a new record for holiday weekend box office earnings. Tom Cruise’s “Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning” might have thought it was going to steal the show, but it got completely outshined by our new favorite alien-dog adventure.
Breaking Box Office Barriers
Let’s talk numbers. While “Mission: Impossible” pulled a respectable $77.5 million, it was basically the opening act to Disney’s main event. The combined ticket sales for these two films pushed the Memorial Day weekend to its highest-ever box office total at a whopping $325 million. Sorry, 2013’s “Fast & Furious 6” - you’ve been dethroned.
More Than Just Another Remake
This isn’t just another nostalgia cash grab. The live-action “Lilo & Stitch” looks like it’s bringing fresh energy to the beloved 2002 animated classic. With a young Hawaiian actress leading the charge and a director known for quirky storytelling, it feels like a genuine reimagining rather than a lazy reboot.
The Summer Blockbuster We Didn’t Know We Needed
As other films like “Final Destination Bloodlines” and “Thunderbolts” trail behind, it’s clear that Disney’s alien adventure is the must-see movie of the moment. Looks like this summer just got a whole lot more adorable - and extraterrestrial.
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SOURCE: NBC Bay Area