Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle (2020)

Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle movie

🎬 Title: Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle / 劇場版ポケットモンスターココ

A connection unlike any other…

Story: Set in the enchanting Forest of Okoya, Koko is a wild child raised by the Mythical Pokémon Zarude. Growing up with the belief that he is a Pokémon—even without the ability to utilize any moves—Koko has a unique life. When Ash Ketchum and Pikachu arrive on the scene, they join forces with Koko to defend the Great Tree from the devious scientist, Dr. Zed.

⭐ Rating: 7.1 (194 votes)

📅 Release date: December 25, 2020

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 41 minutes

🎭 Genres: Animation, Adventure, Family, Fantasy

🎬 Director: Tetsuo Yajima

✍️ Writer: Atsuhiro Tomioka

🌍 Country: Japan

🏢 Production Companies: TOHO, Pikachu Project, OLM, The Pokémon Company, Shogakukan, TV Tokyo, TakaraTomy, jeki, Shogakukan-Shueisha Productions

💼 Production: | 📈 Revenue: $21,097,921

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👥 Cast: Rica Matsumoto (Satoshi (voice)), Ikue Otani (Pikachu (voice)), Moka Kamishiraishi (Coco (voice)), Megumi Hayashibara (Musashi (voice)), Shin-ichiro Miki (Kojiro (voice)), Inuko Inuyama (Nyarth (voice)), Kantarô Nakamura (Zarude (voice)), Shoko Nakagawa (Karen (voice)), Koichi Yamadera (Professor Zed (voice))

Editor’s note: Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle (2020) captures a captivating mix of animation, adventure, family, and fantasy, emphasizing story and character over mere spectacle. Director Tetsuo Yajima crafts a tightly woven narrative that prioritizes character development. The performances from Rica Matsumoto, Ikue Otani, and Moka Kamishiraishi are sincere and unpretentious. At 1 hour and 41 minutes, the film maintains a steady rhythm without overstaying its welcome. It’s a well-rounded offering, where its merits surpass minor flaws. With the tagline—“A connection unlike any other…”—it effectively encapsulates its essence. If this storyline resonates with you, be sure to add it to your watchlist.

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