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Pokémon: The First Movie

1998Movie1 h 36 minG

AnimationFamily
49
MediocreGoodWatch score
IMDb6.4Metacritic357.6Rotten Tomatoes17%79%

A nostalgic, awe-inspiring animated movie about fantasy and pop culture, with standout score and world-building.

Good for family movie night · friends night · party vibe

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Story

Who is the strongest Pokémon?

Determined to prove its superiority, a bio-engineered Pokémon called Mewtwo lures Ash, Pikachu and others into a Pokémon match like none before.

Feels like

  • Philosophical Anime Classic
  • High-Stakes Pokémon Battle
  • Existential Identity Crisis
  • Emotionally Devastating Climax
  • Iconic Musical Score
  • Nostalgic 90s Animation
  • Genetic Ethics Exploration
  • Heroic Self-Sacrifice
  • Family Bonding Theme

Cast

24 of 24

Crew

Directed by
Kunihiko Yuyama
Written by
Takeshi Shudo
Produced by
Choji Yoshikawa
Music by
Shinji Miyazaki, Hirokazu Tanaka

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Facts

July 18, 1998 · 1 h 36 min · G

Released
July 18, 1998
Runtime
1 h 36 min
Age rating
G
Content
Violence, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Animation, Family, Adventure, Fantasy, Action
Original language
Japanese
Made in
Japan
Budget
$30 million
Box office
$164 million
Available in
35 countries
Keywords
based on video game

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Pokémon: The First Movie?"

Questions about Pokémon: The First Movie

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Pokémon: The First Movie?

Tubi TV

In the United States, Pokémon: The First Movie is free with ads on Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. It also streams in 11 other countries.

Is Pokémon: The First Movie worth watching?

49
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 49 (IMDb 6.4, Rotten Tomatoes 17%, and Metacritic 35). Audiences rate it higher (73 out of 100) than critics (26).

Is Pokémon: The First Movie okay for kids?

GViolenceDisturbing imagery

Yes: it's rated G in the United States for violence and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Was Pokémon: The First Movie a box office hit?

Budget$30 million
Box office$164 million

Yes, a big one: it cost about $30 million to make and earned $164 million worldwide, 5.5 times its budget.

Is Pokémon: The First Movie in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.