Pokémon the Series: The Beginning (2 seasons)
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Pokémon the Series: The Beginning (2 seasons)

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The excitement continues for Ash when he decides to enter a Pokémon racing event, take on a tournament for Fighting-type Pokémon, and face down another Gym Leader: the masterful ninja Koga. There are plenty more Pokémon still to be discovered on the journey ahead, but first Ash and Pikachu must make a decision that could impact their friendship forever!
IMDb 7.6/1019984 seasons
IMDb 7.6/1019984 seasons
TV-Y7
13 episodes
  • 1. Pokémon Fashion Flash

    1. Pokémon Fashion Flash

    At Brock's persistent request, our heroes stop by a well-known place to Pokémon breeders for its Pokémon beauty salons.
    At Brock's persistent request, our heroes stop by a well-known place to Pokémon breeders for its Pokémon beauty salons.
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Oct 13, 1998
  • 2. The Punchy Pokémon

    2. The Punchy Pokémon

    Outside Fuchsia City, our heroes come across Hitmonchan, a Fighting-type Pokémon. With little thought, Ash attempts to battle it, but he and Pikachu are quickly defeated. But who is the mysterious Trainer of this extraordinary Hitmonchan?
    Outside Fuchsia City, our heroes come across Hitmonchan, a Fighting-type Pokémon. With little thought, Ash attempts to battle it, but he and Pikachu are quickly defeated. But who is the mysterious Trainer of this extraordinary Hitmonchan?
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Oct 14, 1998
  • 3. Sparks Fly for Magnemite

    3. Sparks Fly for Magnemite

    When a blackout plunges Gringey City into darkness, Ash and friends go to investigate the nearby power plant, where they find Magnemite and a host of Grimer. Could they be responsible for the city's power outage?
    When a blackout plunges Gringey City into darkness, Ash and friends go to investigate the nearby power plant, where they find Magnemite and a host of Grimer. Could they be responsible for the city's power outage?
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Oct 15, 1998
  • 4. Dig Those Diglett!

    4. Dig Those Diglett!

    Ash, Brock, Misty, and Pikachu are lost deep in the mountains. As they press on through a rough track that doesn't show up on their map, they suddenly hear a large explosion!
    Ash, Brock, Misty, and Pikachu are lost deep in the mountains. As they press on through a rough track that doesn't show up on their map, they suddenly hear a large explosion!
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Oct 18, 1998
  • 5. The Ninja Poké-Showdown

    5. The Ninja Poké-Showdown

    On his way to the next Gym Battle challenge but seemingly lost, Ash and friends arrive at a huge mansion that appears to be a hidden ninja's lair! Could this be the Fuchsia Gym?
    On his way to the next Gym Battle challenge but seemingly lost, Ash and friends arrive at a huge mansion that appears to be a hidden ninja's lair! Could this be the Fuchsia Gym?
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Oct 19, 1998
  • 6. The Flame Pokémon-athon!

    6. The Flame Pokémon-athon!

    In the place of the injured Lara, can Ash handle her fiery Ponyta and guide it to win the annual race?
    In the place of the injured Lara, can Ash handle her fiery Ponyta and guide it to win the annual race?
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Oct 20, 1998
  • 7. The Kangaskhan Kid

    7. The Kangaskhan Kid

    Our heroes accompany Officer Jenny into the forest, intent on pursuing some poachers. Soon, they discover a young boy amidst a pack of Kangaskhan. His name is Tommy, and no one knows the secret of his childhood...
    Our heroes accompany Officer Jenny into the forest, intent on pursuing some poachers. Soon, they discover a young boy amidst a pack of Kangaskhan. His name is Tommy, and no one knows the secret of his childhood...
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Oct 21, 1998
  • 8. The Bridge Bike Gang

    8. The Bridge Bike Gang

    After they encounter a very long bridge that can be only crossed by bike, a job delivering medicine is just the ticket for Ash and friends to reach Sunnytown!
    After they encounter a very long bridge that can be only crossed by bike, a job delivering medicine is just the ticket for Ash and friends to reach Sunnytown!
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Oct 22, 1998
  • 9. Ditto's Mysterious Mansion

    9. Ditto's Mysterious Mansion

    Caught in a sudden rain shower, our heroes quickly try to seek some shelter. Dragging a very reluctant Misty, Ash and Brock go inside a cabin, and instantly get the impression that they are not alone!
    Caught in a sudden rain shower, our heroes quickly try to seek some shelter. Dragging a very reluctant Misty, Ash and Brock go inside a cabin, and instantly get the impression that they are not alone!
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Oct 25, 1998
  • 10. Pikachu's Goodbye

    10. Pikachu's Goodbye

    The gang discovers a large group of wild Pikachu, and though they first seem frightened by the intruder, the group eventually opens up to Ash's Pikachu. How will Pikachu feel seeing others of its kind in the wild?
    The gang discovers a large group of wild Pikachu, and though they first seem frightened by the intruder, the group eventually opens up to Ash's Pikachu. How will Pikachu feel seeing others of its kind in the wild?
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Nov 19, 1998
  • 11. The Battling Eevee Brothers

    11. The Battling Eevee Brothers

    Ash and friends find a huge home with a lavish garden party in full swing, attended by the Trainers of Pokémon that evolve using Evolution stones. Maybe they can find the seemingly abandoned Eevee's Trainer here?
    Ash and friends find a huge home with a lavish garden party in full swing, attended by the Trainers of Pokémon that evolve using Evolution stones. Maybe they can find the seemingly abandoned Eevee's Trainer here?
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Oct 26, 1998
  • 12. Wake Up, Snorlax!

    12. Wake Up, Snorlax!

    Our hungry heroes arrive at a small village. In return for a meal, Ash, Misty, and Brock agree to investigate what is causing the river to dry up, destroying the village's harvest.
    Our hungry heroes arrive at a small village. In return for a meal, Ash, Misty, and Brock agree to investigate what is causing the river to dry up, destroying the village's harvest.
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Oct 27, 1998
  • 13. Showdown at Dark City

    13. Showdown at Dark City

    We join our heroes on the outskirts of Dark City, which appears to be deserted. Even during the middle of the day, there is no one on the streets. What has happened to make this place so desolate?
    We join our heroes on the outskirts of Dark City, which appears to be deserted. Even during the middle of the day, there is no one on the streets. What has happened to make this place so desolate?
    TV-Y7
    22min
    Oct 28, 1998
  • Pokémon the Series: The Beginning (2 seasons)
    IMDb 7.6/1019984 seasons
    The excitement continues for Ash when he decides to enter a Pokémon racing event, take on a tournament for Fighting-type Pokémon, and face down another Gym Leader: the masterful ninja Koga. There are plenty more Pokémon still to be discovered on the journey ahead, but first Ash and Pikachu must make a decision that could impact their friendship forever!
    Creators and Cast
    Directors
    Masamitsu Hidaka
    Cast
    Ikue OhtaniVeronica Taylor
    Studio
    Pokémon
    Reviews
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    TV-Y7
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    Audio languages
    English
    Subtitles
    English [CC]
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