Yo-Kai Watch Movie TV Debut: Level-5 and Nintendo Bring Adventure to DisneyXD

Level-5 and Nintendo have swiftly expanded the reach of the Yo-Kai Watch franchise in North America, confirming the television premiere of the Yo-Kai Watch Movie on DisneyXD.

This follows the movie’s limited theatrical run via Fathom Events, held exclusively for one day in October.

Now, fans who missed the cinematic experience can catch the highly anticipated film from the comfort of home. The Yo-Kai Watch Movie will air on DisneyXD at multiple times to accommodate viewers across the country.

The broadcast schedule is as follows: Saturday, November 12th at 9:00 AM ET/PT; Sunday, November 13th at 5:00 PM ET/PT; and Monday, November 14th at 3:45 PM ET/PT.

This multi-day rollout ensures that both new viewers and longtime enthusiasts can enjoy the series' feature-length adventure. Originally developed by Level-5, the Yo-Kai Watch franchise began as a role-playing game for the Nintendo 3DS in 2013 and rapidly grew into an international phenomenon, selling millions of units worldwide and spawning successful anime adaptations, toys, and merchandise.

Nintendo’s partnership has been instrumental in bringing the series—and its feature-length installment—to a broader Western audience. A representative from Level-5 expressed enthusiasm for this development, noting that by teaming up with both Nintendo and DisneyXD, the franchise is able to reach more families and young viewers than ever before.

They highlighted the significance of the broadcast deal, emphasizing their excitement to give fans who could not attend the Fathom Events screening another opportunity to experience the movie. This collaboration continues Level-5 and Nintendo’s pattern of cross-media integration for the Yo-Kai Watch brand, with the film’s TV debut likely to fuel interest in the associated video games on the Nintendo 3DS and other merchandise available through the Nintendo eShop and global retailers. The Yo-Kai Watch Movie’s availability on DisneyXD marks a significant step in the franchise’s international growth, reinforcing Level-5 and Nintendo’s commitment to engaging global audiences.

Fans are encouraged to tune in on DisneyXD or visit official Yo-Kai Watch community channels for further updates and discussions.

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