Caught Pokémon GO fever? Where to watch the best Pokémon movies and episodes on demand

You must have caught wind of all the Pokémon GO hubbub by now, even if you haven’t dived in and committed your every waking hour to trawling the local park for… read more
Caught Pokémon GO fever? Where to watch the best Pokémon movies and episodes on demand
You must have caught wind of all the Pokémon GO hubbub by now, even if you haven’t dived in and committed your every waking hour to trawling the local park for new additions to your Pokédex. So, chances are, you may be feeling a little nostalgic for those childhood moments spent on the sofa watching Ash, Brock and Misty. Or alternatively, if you never watched the Pokémon shows or movies in their heyday, you’re thinking maybe now’s the time to see what it’s all about. Luckily, there’s a whole bunch of Pokémon entertainment you can enjoy from the comfort of your own home, without having to walk 2 – 5 km to hatch some eggs. Here’s what the on-demand services have to offer:
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The classic cartoon from the ’90s is still the best, and you can now watch all 52 x 22 minute episodes on Netflix! Explore the world of Pokémon through the eyes of Ash Ketchum and his companion Pikachu as they work towards Ash’s ultimate dream: to become a Pokémon master.
Available on Netflix
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Pokémon: XY and XY: Kalos Quest
Ash and Pikachu make new friends, encounter new Pokémon, and uncover some intriguing mysteries after relocating to Kalos to find new adventures. New members of the gang include Serena, a childhood friend Ash has known since he was a kid in Pallet Town; Clemont, a gym leader and an inventor; and Clemont’s sister Bonnie, a little girl who has to take care of her big brother.
Available on Netflix
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Pokémon: The First Movie – Mewtwo Strikes Back (1998)
In this first theatrical release in the Pokémon franchise, scientists obtain a fossilised eyelash of the legendary Pokémon, Mew, and clone it to create a supersoldier, Mewtwo; however the results are horrific and disastrous, as, upon learning the scientists plan to treat him as an experiment, Mewtwo unleashes his psychic powers and destroys the laboratory. Can Ash and his pals save the day?
Available on iTunes
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Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages (2015)
When Ash, Pikachu and their friends visit a deserted city by the sea, they meet the mythical Pokémon Hoopa, who has the ability to summon things – including people and Pokémon – through its magic ring. They soon hear a story about a brave hero who stopped the rampage of a terrifying Pokémon long ago. Now, the threat that has been bottled up for years is in danger of breaking loose again! Can Ash help his new friend overcome the darkness within… or will a dangerous secret erupt into a clash of legends?
Available on Netflix
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