---
title: "Pok\u00e9mon the Movie: Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel"
year: 2016
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/pokemon-the-movie-volcanion-and-the-mechanical-marvel-2016"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 382190
imdb_id: "tt5889204"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 97
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 209
content_rating: "G"
---

# Pokémon the Movie: Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel (2016) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/pokemon-the-movie-volcanion-and-the-mechanical-marvel-2016

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Pokémon the Movie: Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel is a film first released in 2016. Catalogued under Family, Adventure, Animation, Fantasy. Produced and broadcast by OLM, The Pokémon Company, Pikachu Project. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Ash and a reluctant mythical Pokémon team up to save a centuries‑old mechanical wonder."

### Why Watch
- Features the mythical Pokémon Volcanion
- Shows a gear‑filled city
- Centers on rescuing the Artificial Pokémon Magearna

### Caveats & Content Note
- Runtime under two hours may feel brief
- Focuses on Pokémon characters, which may limit broader appeal
- Tone & Suitability: The film offers a family‑friendly fantasy adventure with sci‑fi elements suitable for all ages.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: adventurous, fantastical, mechanical, family-friendly

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | Crave, Crave Amazon Channel | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Kunihiko Yuyama
- **Networks / Studios**: OLM, The Pokémon Company, Pikachu Project

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Rica Matsumoto** as *Satoshi (voice)*
- **Ikue Otani** as *Pikachu (voice)*
- **Mayuki Makiguchi** as *Serena (voice)*
- **Yuki Kaji** as *Citron / Puni-chan (voice)*
- **Mariya Ise** as *Eureka (voice)*
- **Megumi Satou** as *Dedenne (voice)*
- **Megumi Hayashibara** as *Musashi (voice)*
- **Shin-ichiro Miki** as *Kojiro (voice)*
- **Inuko Inuyama** as *Nyarth (voice)*
- **Yuji Ueda** as *Sonans (voice)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who does Ash meet at the start of the movie?
Ash encounters the Mythical Pokémon Volcanion when it crashes from the sky.

### Q: What is Magearna in the story?
Magearna is an Artificial Pokémon created 500 years ago, sought after for its mysterious power.

### Q: What kind of setting does the film take place in?
The story is set in a city of cogs and gears, a mechanical kingdom.

### Q: How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately 1 hour and 37 minutes.

### Q: What genres describe the film?
It is classified as family, adventure, animation, fantasy, and science‑fiction.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Pokémon the Movie: Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/382190)
- [Pokémon the Movie: Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel (2016) | …](https://www.filmtotaal.nl/film/35770)
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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*