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Pokémon the Movie 2000

Name: Pokémon the Movie 2000
Director: Kunihiko Yuyama
Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Animation, Science Fiction, Family
Released: 1999-01-01
Duration: 84 min
Rating: 6.7
Cast: Rica Matsumoto, Ikue Otani, Mayumi Izuka, Satomi Korogi, Tomokazu Seki

1999Dir. Kunihiko Yuyama1h 24m

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Runtime1h 24m

Released1999

Budget$30M

Box office$133.9M

DirectorKunihiko Yuyama

About This Movie

Pokémon the Movie 2000 kind of expands on the world we know from the series, diving deeper into themes of balance and environmentalism. The animation holds up surprisingly well, with some nice practical effects for the time, especially during the battles. The pacing can feel a bit uneven at moments, but it’s got a certain charm, you know? Ash and his friends have that classic dynamic, and it really shines here. The soundtrack features some catchy tunes that still resonate with fans. What stands out is the portrayal of Lugia; it’s not just about battles, but also about understanding these creatures and protecting nature. If you're into Pokémon lore, this one's a treat for the collection.

Released in Japan on July 17, 1999Features the legendary Pokémon Lugia prominentlySecond film in the Pokémon franchiseDirector Kunihiko Yuyama helmed multiple Pokémon films