A new feature-length animated Pokémon movie titled Pokémon: Wild Card is scheduled to hit theaters in 2027, marking the franchise’s first theatrical film release in seven years, according to announcements made during the 2026 Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco.
Pokémon: Wild Card Production Details and Creative Team
The upcoming feature film is a collaborative project between The Pokémon Company International and Japanese animation studio CloverWorks, as reported by outlets covering the event.
A short teaser released during the event highlights a TCG player wearing a yellow hoodie, alongside a ghostly Pokémon named Mimikyu. The promotional clip indicates the movie is coming in “2027 and beyond,” pointing toward an expanded multimedia rollout.
Did you know? Mimikyu first appeared in the 2016 video games Pokémon Sun and Moon. The Ghost- and Fairy-type Pokémon wears a rag painted to look like Pikachu because it wants to be loved like the series mascot, while its true form remains hidden underneath.
Broader Franchise Expansion in 2027
The theatrical release of Pokémon: Wild Card coincides with other major multimedia projects slated for the same year. Disney+ recently greenlighted Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu, a stop-motion series secured through a global distribution deal with The Pokémon Company International, according to source reports. That series is set to debut on Disney XD and stream exclusively on Disney+ in 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the release date for Pokémon: Wild Card?
According to the announcement at the 2026 Pokémon World Championships, Pokémon: Wild Card is scheduled to release in 2027.
Who is animating Pokémon: Wild Card?
What is the plot of the new movie?
The film follows a Pokémon Trading Card Game player and his partner Mimikyu as they compete and strive to achieve their goals, according to event announcements.
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