Pokémon the Movie 2000 (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1999, Pokémon the Movie 2000 is a fantasy, adventure, family and animation film directed by Kunihiko Yuyama, running about 84 minutes. “One person can make all the difference.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. When Lawrence III's scheme to capture the Legendary Pokémon Lugia upsets the balance of nature, it is up to Ash Ketchum and his friends to save the world.
Who’s in it. Pokémon the Movie 2000 stars Rica Matsumoto as Satoshi (voice), Ikue Otani as Pikachu (voice), Mayumi Izuka as Kasumi (voice) and Satomi Korogi as Togepy (voice), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Pokémon the Movie 2000 has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $163.6M at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Pokémon the Movie 2000 page.
If you liked it. Fans of Pokémon the Movie 2000 tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, The Green Mile, Spirited Away and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Pokémon the Movie 2000 (1999)?
- In US, Pokémon the Movie 2000 is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Pokémon the Movie 2000 worth watching?
- Pokémon the Movie 2000 holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy fantasy, adventure, family and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Pokémon the Movie 2000?
- Pokémon the Movie 2000 stars Rica Matsumoto, Ikue Otani, Mayumi Izuka, Satomi Korogi and Tomokazu Seki.
- When was Pokémon the Movie 2000 released?
- Pokémon the Movie 2000 was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.