Pokémon Summer Watch Party: Classic Movies Now Free on YouTube by The Pokémon Company

Pokémon Summer Watch Party: Classic Movies Now Free on YouTube by The Pokémon Company In an exciting move for Pokémon enthusiasts and animation fans alike, The Pokémon Company International has rolled out the Pokémon Summer Watch Party—a limited-time event offering free access to classic Pokémon movies on YouTube.

This initiative gives new and returning fans an opportunity to experience some of the franchise’s most beloved animated films, reinforcing The Pokémon Company's ongoing commitment to making its animation catalog widely available. As of this week, viewers worldwide can enjoy a curated selection of three iconic Pokémon movies through the official Pokémon TV channel on YouTube.

The highlight of the event is "Pokémon: The First Movie"—the film that introduced legendary characters such as Mewtwo and left a lasting impact on audiences since its original release in 1998 (Japan) and 1999 (internationally).

Rounding out the lineup are "Pokémon: The Movie 2000" and "Pokémon 3: The Movie," each cherished for their engaging storylines and memorable animation. According to The Pokémon Company International, this promotion aims to provide easy and free access to these culturally significant films as part of its wider efforts to engage the global fanbase.

A spokesperson for the company noted that initiatives like the Summer Watch Party make it easier than ever to revisit the animation heritage that helped fuel Pokémon's worldwide popularity—or to introduce a new generation to these formative stories. Viewers can watch these Pokémon movies directly on the official Pokémon TV YouTube channel as part of this promotion.

The Summer Watch Party is available for a limited time, with fans expected to have access through the summer months, though the specific end date has not been confirmed.

This follows in the footsteps of recent accessibility pushes, such as making the stop-motion animated series "Pokémon Concierge" available on YouTube for a limited period earlier this year. Since its launch, Pokémon has become one of the world’s most recognizable entertainment brands, with the original animated series and movies playing a pivotal role in its cross-generational appeal.

The choice to bring these foundational films to a new home on YouTube is another way The Pokémon Company International is leveraging modern platforms to reach fans, whether they are longtime followers or young viewers discovering Pokémon for the first time. For those who have never seen the original Pokémon movies—or for parents and educators hoping to share these adventures with the next generation—the Pokémon Summer Watch Party offers a perfect excuse to watch or rewatch these animated classics.

Be sure to catch Pokémon: The First Movie, Pokémon: The Movie 2000, and Pokémon 3: The Movie while they are still available for free on YouTube. Source: Pokémon TV YouTube Channel

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