A Pokémon feature animated movie is returning to theaters for the first time in about seven years. The new film, ‘Pokémon: Wild Card,’ is scheduled for a worldwide release starting in 2027.
The Pokémon Company announced ‘Pokémon: Wild Card’ on the 31st through an official teaser and dedicated website. The title was first unveiled during the closing ceremony of the Pokémon World Championships 2026 in San Francisco, United States.
The movie revolves around a Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) player and their partner Pokémon, Mimikyu. The released teaser also showcased the card game player and Mimikyu front and center. Specific details regarding the plot and cast have not yet been announced.
‘Pokémon: Wild Card’ is the first new Pokémon feature-length animated film since ‘Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle,’ which premiered in Japan in 2020. Relative to its 2027 release, it marks a return after approximately seven years.
Katsuhiko Kitada serves as director, with Akemi Hayashi handling character design. STORY inc. is in charge of planning and producing, while CloverWorks is handling animation production.
The Pokémon Company plans to release the film in theaters worldwide starting in 2027. Further details, including the exact premiere date and regional distribution schedules, will be announced at a later date.
This article was originally written in Korean and translated with the help of AI. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom.
[Read Original]
1 Comment
Pingback: "Pokémon: Wild Card" movie release date and teaser trailer - Comic Vibe