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Pokémon Horizons 2023

★ 8.7/10 · 111 votes TV-Y7 AnimationAction & AdventureSci-Fi & FantasyKids 1 seasons · 144 eps Returning Series
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What is Pokémon Horizons?

Pokémon Horizons: The Series is an animated television program that follows the adventures of two young protagonists named Liko and Roy. The series, which features a new art style, debuted in Japan on April 14, 2023, with a one-hour special.

Type
TV series
Year
2023
Status
Returning Series
Episodes
144
Runtime
25 minutes
First aired
Apr 14, 2023
Last aired
Jul 3, 2026
Original language
JA
Origin
JP
Networks
TV Tokyo, TV Aichi, TVQ, TV Osaka
Genres
Animation, Action & Adventure, Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Kids
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Overview

Pokémon Horizons: The Series is an animated television program that follows the adventures of two young protagonists named Liko and Roy. The series, which features a new art style, debuted in Japan on April 14, 2023, with a one-hour special. It later premiered in the United States on March 7, 2024. This production succeeds Pokémon Journeys: The Series and serves as the successor to the broader Pokémon anime series that previously focused on the story of Ash Ketchum. Throughout their journey, Liko and Roy travel to new lands to unravel ancient mysteries and encounter various Pokémon and Poké Balls. During these adventures, the pair interacts with several characters, including Friede, Captain Pikachu, and Amethio. The series was created by Satoshi Tajiri and features a voice cast that includes Minori Suzuki, Yuka Terasaki, Daiki Yamashita, and Yoshino Aoyama. It continues the long-standing tradition of Pokémon animation, providing audiences with fresh stories and characters within the established franchise universe.

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Should you watch it?

“Liko and Roy embark on a thrilling quest to unravel mysteries across new lands.”

Reasons to watch
  • introduces a new art style
  • features new characters and mysterious discoveries
Keep in mind
  • marks the end of the previous long-running protagonist's story

Watch it if you enjoy exploring new regions and uncovering secrets within the Pokémon world.

The series is an animated adventure suitable for a general audience.

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Frequently asked questions

When did the series premiere?

The series premiered in Japan on April 14, 2023, and in the United States on March 7, 2024.

Who are the main characters?

The series follows adventurers named Liko and Roy.

What is the series based on?

The anime is based on the ninth generation games, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.

Is this a continuation of the previous series?

It succeeds Pokémon Journeys: The Series and features a new art style.

Who created the series?

The series was created by Satoshi Tajiri.