Disney is expanding two of its most recognisable franchises - with Incredibles 3 and Lilo Stitch 2 scheduled for release in summer 2028.

The announcement was made during a company shareholder call, where the firm's incoming CEO Josh D'Amaro confirmed outlined plans for the upcoming slate.

A live-action sequel to Lilo and Stitch will also arrive on 26 May, followed by Incredibles 3 on 16 June.

The third instalment in the Pixar series will be directed by Peter Sohn, marking the first time the franchise will proceed without Brad Bird, who previously helmed the earlier films.

Actors Craig T. Nelson, Holly Hunter and Samuel L. Jackson have led the voice cast across the first two entries. Meanwhile, Chris Sanders, who co-wrote and directed the original Lilo and Stitch, is attached to write the sequel and will once again voice the character Stitch.

Dean Fleischer Camp directed the recent live-action adaptation, which shifted from a planned streaming release to cinemas.

The Incredibles films follow Bob and Helen Parr - also known as Mr Incredible and Elastigirl - as they attempt to balance family life with their superpowered identities after a government ban on superheroes.

The original film generated $630 million globally, while its sequel reached $1.24 billion at the worldwide box office.

The Lilo and Stitch franchise centres on an extraterrestrial creature who is adopted by a young girl and her older sister, with the recent live-action version becoming one of three Hollywood films in 2025 to surpass $1 billion globally.

Josh said: "Incredibles 3 and Lilo and Stitch 2" will form part of Disney's summer 2028 slate."

Disney has not released further details regarding the cast, director or storyline for Lilo and Stitch 2.

Pixar's Incredibles series remains one of the most successful animated superhero properties, combining family storytelling with action-driven narratives.

Animated superhero films more broadly have proven resilient at the box office, with audiences responding to established characters and long-running franchises.

Studios have continued to invest in sequels and spin-offs, reflecting sustained demand for the genre across global markets and multiple demographics, particularly for titles that balance humour, spectacle and globally recognisable branding.