If you’ve been wondering what Disney has planned next, the answer is big, bold, and very intentional.
Disney just confirmed the release dates for “Lilo & Stitch 2” and “Incredibles 3,” and both films are already positioned to dominate the 2028 box office.
“Lilo & Stitch 2” is set for May 26, 2028, Memorial Day weekend, while “Incredibles 3” will follow on June 16, 2028.
And here’s the part that really stood out to me… neither film currently has major competition on those dates.
That’s not luck. That’s strategy.
What To Know About “Lilo & Stitch 2”
The release of “Lilo & Stitch 2” feels like a direct response to the overwhelming success of the live-action “Lilo & Stitch.”
The film shattered records with a $182 million four-day Memorial Day opening, surpassing “Top Gun: Maverick,” and went on to cross $1 billion globally.
It became one of the biggest box office hits of 2025, pulling in $423.7 million domestically and $614.2 million overseas.
So yes… a sequel was always coming.
By returning to that same holiday weekend, Disney is clearly aiming to recreate that same momentum with “Lilo & Stitch 2.”
What To Know About “Incredibles 3”
Now let’s talk about “Incredibles 3,” because this one comes with serious expectations.
The “Incredibles” franchise has already earned a combined $1.87 billion worldwide, with “Incredibles 2” ranking among the highest-grossing animated films of all time.
This time around, Brad Bird is writing and producing but not directing.
Instead, Peter Sohn, who directed “Elemental,” will helm the film.
That shift could bring a fresh creative perspective while still keeping the heart of what made the franchise so successful.
Disney’s 2028 Strategy Is Crystal Clear
Both “Lilo & Stitch 2” and “Incredibles 3” were quietly holding these release dates on the Comscore calendar, which tells me Disney has been planning this rollout for a while.
And with no competing blockbusters currently scheduled for those weekends, Disney is giving both films a clear path to dominate.
They’re not just releasing sequels. They’re building another major summer movie season around them.
Why These Sequels Matter
Between the emotional connection audiences have with “Lilo & Stitch” and the legacy of “The Incredibles,” Disney is leaning into two of its strongest, most beloved properties.
And if both films hit the way their predecessors did, we could easily be looking at another billion-dollar summer for the studio.
I’m already curious to see how both stories evolve and what new elements they bring to the table.
So let me ask you…
Are you more excited for “Lilo & Stitch 2” or “Incredibles 3”? Drop down in the comments and let me know what you’ll be watching first.
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