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Guide for Watching Pokémon in Sequence: A Comprehensive Overview of the TV Series and Films

Follow the correct sequence to stream Pokemon TV series and movies:

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Guide for Watching Pokemon Series in Sequence, Including Feature Films
Guide for Watching Pokemon Series in Sequence, Including Feature Films

Guide for Watching Pokémon in Sequence: A Comprehensive Overview of the TV Series and Films

Navigating the expansive Pokémon universe has become an increasingly complex task. With the approaching release of "Mega Voltage," fans are seeking a definitive guide to watch the Pokémon series in order.

Fortunately, our comprehensive guide offers a super-effective solution for viewers who wish to follow Ash Ketchum's epic journey, including the debut of the new protagonist, Liko, in the Paldea region, and beyond.

This step-by-step guide will provide you with the necessary instructions to watch the Pokémon anime series sequentially—include all 27 seasons—and even offer additional tips for viewing the full list of Pokémon movies in release order.

For followers who desire a rich, nostalgic experience, we have also prepared an exhaustive list of how to watch Pokémon in chronological order, spanning from Ash's adventures in Kanto, giving fans a chance to mix TV series and movies all the way up to Ash's final episode. We will also present lesser-known episodes, such as some shorts, non-canon specials like the exceptional Pokémon Origins and Pokémon Concierge, and share insights on where to stream every Pokémon season.

For those who need guidance on other popular sagas, our other guides—covering the Marvel movies and top anime series like Demon Slayer and Attack on Titan—are also at your disposal.

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Watching Pokémon in Order: The TV Show (Release Date Order)

Our guide begins by outlining the correct viewing order for the Pokémon anime series—starting with Ash's adventures in Kanto—a must-watch for fans revisiting the series following the untimely passing of Misty actor Rachael Lillis.

From there, we journey on to the Orange Islands, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, and Galar, eventually concluding Ash's journey. Liko, hailing from the Paldea region, is the current protagonist in the latest season, Pokémon Horizons, which is currently available to stream on Netflix in the US, and BBC in the UK. An upcoming season, Pokémon: Mega Voltage, is set to air in April on Japanese shores.

It's worth noting that the episode count varies across regions, and certain episodes have been banned or not aired in some regions. As such, we have kept the list simple, only referencing the overall season name and number.

Watching the Pokémon Movies in Order (Release Date)

Our guide also presents the complete watch order for Pokémon movies in release order—offering proper sequencing for a truly immersive experience. To date, there have been 23 animated Pokémon movies, with the first 19 forming part of the mainline Pokémon series. While these movies generally have little impact on the main series, they rarely—if ever—ignore canon completely and should be viewed for a complete Pokémon experience.

Watching Pokémon in Chronological Order: Including Movies

For viewers who wish to watch Pokémon in chronological order alongside movies, our guide carefully chronicles the complete saga from start to finish. However, due to the challenges presented by establishing a strict chronological order, certain guesswork is required, and we have used hints and cues to assemble the list faithfully.

Streaming Pokémon: Where to Watch Every Season

Given the complexity of the Pokémon series, finding a service where all episodes can be found in one place is challenging. The Pokémon-dedicated platform, Pokémon TV, has recently closed down, leaving fans searching for alternative options.

In the US, Netflix currently offers seasons 1 and 25 (The Beginning and Journeys, respectively), with Pokémon Horizons (seasons 26 and 27) also available. Prime Video offers seasons 3-9 (Gold and Silver and Ruby and Sapphire), and seasons 17-19 (XY). Hulu has seasons X-Y, Roku has seasons 20-22 (Sun and Moon), and Tubi hosts seasons 14-16 (Black and White). Diamond and Pearl is also available via Prime Video channels.

The situation is similarly confusing in the UK, with POP hosting seasons 14-19 and seasons 24-25, BBC iPlayer airing seasons 10-16 and seasons 20-22, and Netflix offering season 1 and seasons 23-24. Sky Kids has seasons 3-9 and seasons 14-19. Amazon, on the other hand, proves the most reliable source for the majority of series, offering seasons 14-16 and 20-22, with seasons 2-9 and 17-19 available via Amazon Channels.

Given the constant platform changes, renting or buying the complete series on digital platforms like Google is a more reliable option for avid Pokémon fans seeking a comprehensive collection.

Watching Pokémon Specials and Shorts in Order

Beyond the main series and movies, there are numerous Pokémon specials, spin-offs, and shorts for fans to explore. For those that are part of the canon, we have arranged them in proper viewing order:

  1. Mewtwo Returns (Johto League)
  2. Pokémon Chronicles: The Legend of Thunder (Master Quest)—3 episodes
  3. The Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon (Ruby and Sapphire)
  4. The Pokémon Mega Evolution Specials (Pokémon XY)—4 episodes
  5. The Legend of X, Y, and Z (After Pokémon XY)

Some other mentioned specials, like the Pokémon Generations anthology series, Twilight Wings shorts, Poketoon, Pokemon Evolutions, Pokemon Hisuian Snow, Pokemon Origins, and Pokemon Concierge are all worth exploring, but they are not required for a complete understanding of the Pokémon universe.

For those seeking a more complete guide to the Pokémon series, our ranking of the best Pokémon games may be of interest.

Discover the secrets and excitement of the Pokémon universe through our comprehensive guide. Happy viewing!

  1. Navigating the expansive Pokémon universe can be complex, but our comprehensive guide offers a solution.
  2. The guide provides instructions to watch the Pokémon anime series sequentially, including all 27 seasons and movies.
  3. The guide also offers tips for viewing the full list of Pokémon movies in release order, spanning from Ash's adventures in Kanto.
  4. For a rich, nostalgic experience, the guide presents a chronological order of watching Pokémon, including movies.
  5. Streaming options for every Pokémon season are discussed in the guide, due to the complexity of finding a service with all episodes.
  6. Pokémon Horizons, the latest season featuring Liko, is currently available to stream on Netflix in the US and BBC in the UK.
  7. The guide also includes a section on watching Pokémon specials and shorts in order, like Mewtwo Returns and Pokémon Chronicles.
  8. For those interested, the guide also offers insights on other popular series and movies, including Marvel movies and top anime like Demon Slayer and Attack on Titan.
  9. Keep up with the latest anime news, including updates on Jujutsu Kaisen, One-Punch Man, and 2025's new anime offerings, by following our updates.

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