The Pokémon Company has announced a new animated film, "Pokemon: Wild Card," slated for release beginning in 2027. The reveal took place during the closing ceremony of the 2026 Pokemon World Championships. This marks the first new Pokémon movie in seven years.
Tsunekazu Ishihara, President and CEO of The Pokémon Company, stated that the film's central character will be a Pokémon Trading Card Game player, mirroring the competitive spirit of the championship attendees. A teaser trailer shown during the event offered glimpses of the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the character Mimikyu, and an unidentified mysterious figure. The announcement suggests that the movie's release in 2027 and potentially beyond could herald further developments.