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POKÉMON: THE NEXT ADVENTURE (2026)
“A new world. A new legend. The journey begins again.”

Genre:
Adventure · Family · Fantasy · Action
Directed by Rob Letterman | A Legendary Pictures & The Pokémon Company Production

Story Overview:
Years after Ash Ketchum’s legendary victory and his farewell to Pikachu, the world of Pokémon has entered a new era — where human and Pokémon bonds are stronger than ever. But when mysterious energy storms begin tearing across regions, distorting evolution and unleashing ancient Pokémon thought long extinct, a new hero must rise.

Meet Aiden, a young trainer from Paldea, whose destiny changes the day he encounters a wounded Lucario and a fragment of a mysterious crystal linked to Arceus, the Original One. As chaos spreads across the Pokémon world, Aiden joins forces with familiar faces — Goh, Chloe, and even a retired Ash Ketchum — to uncover a force threatening the balance between worlds.

Their journey will lead them beyond the Pokémon League, across time and space, to the hidden realm where legends sleep — and where the true meaning of friendship and courage will be tested.

“Every generation has its hero. Every Pokémon has its purpose.”

Central Themes:

• Legacy, growth, and destiny

• The bond between humans and Pokémon

• Balance between nature and technology

• Friendship, courage, and hope

• Rediscovering the heart of adventure

Main Cast (Voice/Live-Action Hybrid):

• Justice Smith as Aiden

• Ryan Reynolds as Detective Pikachu (cameo)

• Sarah Natochenny as Ash Ketchum (special appearance)

• Ikue Ōtani as Pikachu

• Kathryn Newton as Chloe

• Ken Watanabe as Professor Fuji

• Special Appearance: Arceus (voice by Liam Neeson)

Taglines:

• “The next adventure begins where legends left off.”

• “A storm is coming… and destiny will choose its trainer.”

• “Catch the light. Save the world.”