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Stitch Head (2025): Cast, Ratings, Box Office & Plot

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Stitch Head is a 2025 animated horror film directed by Steve Hudson, starring Alison Steadman, Rob Brydon and Asa Butterfield. It runs 1 hour 29 minutes and earned $8.4 million worldwide on a $34.8 million budget. Critics gave it 60 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.8/10.

IMDb rating
5.8/10
worldwide gross
$8.4M
Echo Score
72
Metascore
60
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Stitch Head (2025) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 29m (89 min)
Director
Steve Hudson
Budget
$34.8M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Stitch Head About?

The premise of Stitch Head without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

Stitch Head, the first creature Erasmus barely brought to life, now tends the professor’s growing menagerie, teaching each beast to hide its inner monster and stay hidden in the castle away from the valley folk. When circus owner Fulbert Freakfinder offers him a starring role in a freak show, Stitch is lured by the promise of love and acceptance.

Stitch Head Themes & Keywords

· 5 tags
  • title spoken in dialogue
  • cg animation
  • cgi animation
  • title spoken by character
  • character name in title
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Cast & crew

Stitch Head Cast & Characters

Alison Steadman leads the cast, with Rob Brydon and Asa Butterfield. Directed by Steve Hudson; 9 actors are credited in all.

Also Starring in Stitch Head

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From the director

More from Steve Hudson

More films directed by Steve Hudson, best-rated first: Stitch Head and True North.

Full filmography
Ratings

Stitch Head Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Stitch Head 60 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 5.8/10. Our Echo Score gives it 72/100, strongest in art & craft (82) and weakest in story & flow (64).

72 /100

Stitch Head Echo Score Breakdown

Stitch Head offers a visually inventive experience that appeals mainly to younger audiences, while its narrative and character depth fall short of broader expectations. Critics and viewers alike note a clever art style and occasional heartfelt moments, yet the script is often described as thin, predictable, and insufficiently engaging for older children. The film thus lands as a mixed but modestly enjoyable family offering.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 82

    The film’s visual design stands out as its strongest component. Reviewers highlight the handcrafted, storybook quality of the animation and the striking, gothic-inspired aesthetics. While a few sequences receive minor criticism for texture polish, the overall artistry consistently garners praise. Consequently, the artistic execution leaves a positive impression.

  • Character & Emotion 72

    Character work presents a blend of charm and familiarity. Audiences find the protagonists endearing and the interactions humorous, though some note reliance on derivative archetypes and limited emotional depth. The main monster’s likability and moments of genuine warmth balance against criticisms of shallow development. Overall, character handling is modestly effective.

  • Story & Flow 64

    Narrative structure receives mixed reactions, with several reviewers labeling the plot predictable and pacing uneven. The thematic core—belonging and acceptance—resonates, yet execution is often called weak or slow for older viewers. While younger audiences may appreciate the simple arc, the story lacks broader engagement.

  • Sensory Experience 72

    Sensory elements combine striking visuals with an unremarkable soundtrack. The film’s sound design and musical cues support the atmosphere but fail to leave a lasting impression for many listeners. Visual cohesion aligns with the artistic vision, yet the audio component is viewed as serviceable rather than standout. The sensory experience is therefore moderately positive.

  • Rewatch Factor 68

    Rewatch appeal varies across viewers. Families with young children often cite repeated enjoyment due to humor and visual novelty, whereas older audiences find limited incentive to revisit. Some praise lingering charm and warm moments that encourage another viewing, while others describe the film as dull after a single watch. Consequently, replay value is modest.

Plot

Stitch Head Plot Summary

What happens in Stitch Head from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the whimsical setting of Castle Grotteskew, perched high on a hill above the quaint village of Grubber Nubbin, we encounter Stitch Head, the very first creation of an eccentric and obsessive mad scientist. This mysterious inventor dedicates his life to constructing new monsters, all the while neglecting the existing ones, including Stitch Head. With a compassionate heart, Stitch Head takes on the responsibility of caring for his fellow monsters, guiding them to live civilly without venturing outside their castle, and urging them to remain inconspicuous to avoid provoking the wrath of an angry mob.

Full summary

The whole story of Stitch Head, scene by scene

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Box office

Stitch Head Box Office & Budget

Stitch Head grossed $8.4 million worldwide on a $34.8 million budget, 24% of what it cost. $4.6 million came from the US and Canada and $3.9 million (46%) from the rest of the world.

2025 box office

Worldwide gross

$8.4M

24% of its budget back

US & Canada
$4.6M
International
$3.9M
Budget
$34.8M
US & Canada 54% Rest of the world 46%
Videos

Stitch Head Trailers & Videos

13 videos: 1 trailer, 6 teasers, 4 clips, 1 featurette and 1 behind-the-scenes video.

All 13 videos
Official Trailer
  • Teaser Teaser Trailer
  • Teaser How To Befriend A Monster
  • Teaser Monstrousness :30
  • Teaser Expectations vs Reality Monster Edition
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Stitch Head?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

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What is the name of the castle where Stitch Head lives?

Details

Stitch Head Also Known As

26 alternative titles, including “Cabeza de puntada” and “Frankie e os Monstros”.

Also known as
  • Cabeza de puntada
  • Frankie e os Monstros
  • Skrímslasveitin
  • Dygsniukas, monstrų sergėtojas
  • Alles voller Monster
  • Frankie y los monstruos
  • La Fabrique des Monstres
  • Стич-хэд. Хранитель монстров
  • Šavko i čudovišna družina
  • Koszmarek
  • Замок монстрів
  • Frankie e le creature dimenticate
+14 more
  • 补丁儿
  • สติทช์เฮด
  • کله کوکی
  • 縫線頭歷險記
  • Tí Sẹo & Lâu Đài Quái Vẹo, თავნაკერა
  • פרנקי והמפלצות
  • Stiçhed: Şirin Xoxan
  • Micul erou peticit
  • Záplaťák
  • Кърпена глава
  • Fércpofi
  • Canavarcıklar
  • 스티치 헤드: 비밀의 성 꼬마괴물
  • Diedziņš un monstri

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FAQ

Stitch Head FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Stitch Head, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Stitch Head?

Stitch Head runs 1 hour 29 minutes (89 minutes).

When was Stitch Head released?

Stitch Head was released on October 29, 2025.

Who directed Stitch Head?

Stitch Head was directed by Steve Hudson.

More films by Steve Hudson

Who is in the cast of Stitch Head?

Stitch Head stars Alison Steadman, Rob Brydon and Asa Butterfield, among 9 credited actors.

How much did Stitch Head make at the box office?

Stitch Head grossed $8.4 million worldwide ($4.6 million domestic, $3.9 million international) on a budget of $34.8 million.

How is Stitch Head rated?

Stitch Head has 5.8/10 on IMDb and 60 on Metacritic.

Does Stitch Head have a post-credit scene?

No. Stitch Head has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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