Watching anime has become incredibly hassle-free thanks to streaming, but it’s a pity that most premier streaming platforms demand a monthly subscription fee. Fortunately, YouTube offers a free platform where you can find official full seasons of some highly acclaimed anime series. The Pokémon TV channel on YouTube, which is officially licensed, has been uploading episodes from the first five seasons of the original Pokémon anime, ranging from Indigo Plateau to Johto’s Master Quest. On July 4th, they made the entire Pokémon: The First Movie available for fans to watch at no cost, giving us access to the first and most memorable Pokémon film. They then released Pokémon The Movie 2000 on August 1st.
Although these Pokémon films are only available for a limited period on YouTube, you can still catch them there until August expires. For instance, Pokémon: The First Movie became private in August, so it will only be accessible on YouTube for a month. Another film, Pokémon 3: The Movie, is due to replace Pokémon The Movie 2000 on September 5th. If you can’t find Pokémon The Movie 2000 on your streaming subscriptions or physical collection, don’t worry! You can watch it on YouTube by following this link.
Why Release Pokemon Films for Free on YouTube?
Making entire movies freely available on YouTube might appear unusual, given that many studios earn revenues by selling streaming rights and digital copies. Nevertheless, YouTube is a preferred source of entertainment for numerous young children who frequently explore it to watch assorted videos. These kids may not be familiar with the classic Pokémon films, but having these movies easily accessible on YouTube could let them discover them for the first time and develop into new fans. Additionally, offering the movies free of charge provides an opportunity for older fans to revisit their childhood favorites and reignite their affection for the franchise.
As an observer, I’ve noticed that while the Pokémon film is temporarily available only on the official Pokémon TV channel, the early season episodes are here to stay on YouTube. The convenience of free access on YouTube makes it a breeze for fans like us to binge-watch entire anime series. For instance, Viz Media has made the Death Note anime accessible on YouTube, while the Original Beyblade Channel houses the original series. Similarly, several full seasons of Yu-Gi-Oh, including GX and 5D’s, can be found on the Official Yu-Gi-Oh Channel. This free anime content on YouTube serves as effective marketing, expanding these anime series’ reach to one of the largest online audiences.
What Makes The First Three Pokémon Movies Important?
Fans consider the initial three Pokémon movies as a timeless trilogy. These original three films had a more dramatic and somber feel compared to other series installments, leaving an enduring impression on fans since their early years. To this day, these movies continue to be highly regarded within the Pokémon community. Making them available on YouTube could introduce them to a new audience, who might develop the same affection for the films as the original fans did. If you haven’t revisited these films in a while, now is the perfect opportunity.
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2025-08-07 06:11