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Disney Sets Summer 2028 Dates for Lilo & Stitch 2 and Incredibles 3

The move signals new CEO Josh D’Amaro’s reliance on proven franchises to anchor Disney’s 2028 summer slate.

Overview

  • Josh D’Amaro announced the dates during Disney’s annual shareholder meeting as he steps in for Bob Iger.
  • The live-action Lilo & Stitch 2 opens May 26, 2028, with Chris Sanders writing and voicing Stitch, and broader casting and plot details still under wraps.
  • Pixar’s Incredibles 3 arrives June 16, 2028, directed by Peter Sohn, with Brad Bird remaining as writer and executive producer and story specifics yet to be revealed.
  • Disney is leaning on recent and historic box-office strength, with the 2025 Lilo & Stitch surpassing $1 billion worldwide and Incredibles 2 grossing about $1.24 billion.
  • The two tentpoles land three weeks apart to anchor a franchise-heavy lineup, with further announcements on casts and marketing expected closer to release.