'Lilo & Stitch' Star Jason Scott Lee to Appear in Live-Action Reboot
Jason Scott Lee, known for his role as the original star of Lilo & Stitch and the voice of David, is set to make a special cameo appearance in the highly anticipated live-action adaptation, the actor has revealed. Speculation regarding Lee's inclusion in the live-action remake has been circulating for several months. It was only recently that the actor personally affirmed it during his appearance on the latest episode of the Kyle Meredith With... podcast.
“I got a little, small [part]. They threw me some bones, and I said, ‘Yeah, absolutely! In any capacity,'” Scott said. “I just wanted to be a part of it, so it’s a three-day cameo, and I think it will be fun. I’m playing the Luau manager. I get to see the kid that’s playing my character that I voiced, David. And I’ll get to see Lilo and I’ll get to see Nani, the new people, the actors that are playing them. So it’ll be fun.
COLLIDER VIDEO OF THE DAY SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT Who's Involved With the Lilo & Stitch Reboot? The highly anticipated live-action adaptation is shaping up with an impressive cast lineup. Tia Carrere, known for her portrayal of Nani's voice in the original film, is not only returning but taking on a fresh role as Mrs. Kekoa in the new movie.
Sydney Elizebeth Agudong steps into the shoes of Nani, the caring older sister, while Kaipot Dudoit portrays the character of David, originally played by Lee. Rounding out the cast is Courtney B. Vance, who will grace the screen as Cobra Bubbles. Guiding the project is director Dean Fleischer-Camp, renowned for his Oscar-nominated work on the incredible Marcel The Shell With Shoes On.
No release date has been announced for the film, but production is currently ongoing in Hawaii. Lilo & Stitch is set to be a Disney+ release, stay tuned at Collider for more as it becomes available.
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