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Pokémon

1997·Show
1235Episodes in25Seasons·TV-Y7
77
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.6Rotten Tomatoes–78%

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A , animated series: but never scary, .

Good for family movie night · friends night · kids

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Episodes

7.4
7.3
7.1
6.9
7.1
6.8
6.8
7.1
7.2
7.1
7.1
7.1
7.5
6.5
6.8
6.9
7.2
7.5
8.1
7.4
7.5
7.9
7.6
7.5
8.2

About

Gotta catch 'em all!

Join Ash accompanied by his partner Pikachu, as he travels through many regions, meets new friends and faces new challenges on his quest to become a Pokémon Master.
Epic Adventure QuestNostalgic Childhood IconMonster Collection MechanicsFriendship and LoyaltyCompetitive Sports FantasyWholesome Coming-of-AgeIconic Anime SoundtrackGlobal Pop Culture PhenomenonSimple Moral LessonsEndless Episodic Journey

Crew

Directed by:
Masamitsu Hidaka, Yuji Asada, Kiyotaka Isako
Written by:
Takeshi Shudo, Aya Matsui, Junki Takegami
Produced by:
Takayuki Yanagisawa, Takemoto Mori, Keisuke Iwata
Composed by:
Shinji Miyazaki, Yuki Hayashi

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Pokémon

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Pokémon?

NetflixDisney+YouTube TVTubi TV

In the United States, Pokémon streams on Netflix, Disney+, and YouTube TV, and it is free with ads on Tubi TV. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It also streams in 129 other countries.

Is Pokémon worth watching?

77
GreatGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 77 (IMDb 7.6). Season 14 is the weak spot, with an IMDb average of 6.5 against 8.2 for the best season.

Which season of Pokémon is best?

Season 25, with an IMDb average of 8.2. Season 14 is the weakest at 6.5. The highest-rated episode is The Finals IV: Partner (season 25, episode 42) at 9.7, and the lowest is Clash!? Blue Pokémania! (season 24, episode 33) at 5.1.

Is Pokémon okay for kids?

TV-Y7

Yes: it's rated TV-Y7 in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Will I feel good after watching Pokémon?

BleakHopeful

Yes, it's an uplifting series: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for hopefulness and 9 for wholesome.

Can I half-watch Pokémon?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 5 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is Pokémon in English?

Japanese

No, it was made in Japanese.