The Pokémon Company Launches Summer 2025 Movie Watch Party on YouTube

The Pokémon Company Launches Summer 2025 Movie Watch Party on YouTube In a move sure to thrill Pokémon fans and anime enthusiasts alike, The Pokémon Company has launched a special Summer Movie Watch Party on the Pokémon TV YouTube Channel.

Running throughout the summer of 2025, the event allows viewers in select regions to watch three beloved Pokémon anime films for free as part of a limited-time offer.

This initiative reflects The Pokémon Company’s ongoing commitment to making its expansive catalog of animated content more accessible to global audiences, leveraging powerful platforms such as YouTube to celebrate the franchise’s enduring appeal. The watch party kicked off with the streaming of "Pokémon: The First Movie," now available for fans to enjoy at no cost on the official Pokémon TV YouTube Channel.

Following the initial release, "Pokémon The Movie 2000" is scheduled to premiere on August 1, 2025, with "Pokémon 3: The Movie" set to debut on the channel on September 5, 2025.

Each film will only be available for a limited period, so fans are encouraged to tune in while the titles are accessible. In an official statement, representatives from The Pokémon Company highlighted their enthusiasm for bringing these iconic films to a new and existing audience.

They emphasized the significance of streaming events like these in celebrating Pokémon’s multi-decade legacy and in fostering a sense of community for viewers around the world. However, fans should note that access to these films via the Pokémon TV YouTube Channel is subject to regional availability.

The watch party is only offered in territories where The Pokémon Company International retains distribution rights.

This means that viewers in certain regions, including China and Southeast Asia, will not be able to access the stream due to existing licensing agreements.

The regional restrictions align with The Pokémon Company’s distribution policies and highlight the complexities of international anime broadcasting rights. The Pokémon anime franchise continues to play a vital role in the broader success of the Pokémon brand, which also boasts record-breaking sales across Nintendo Switch consoles and the global eShop.

By offering complimentary screenings of classic movies, The Pokémon Company both honors the series’ rich history and engages long-time fans as well as new viewers discovering the animated adventures for the first time. For those able to access the official Pokémon TV YouTube Channel, this Summer Movie Watch Party presents a rare opportunity to revisit—or experience anew—some of the most memorable stories in Pokémon’s cinematic history during the 2025 season.

Further details and streaming instructions can be found on the official Pokémon website and YouTube channel.

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