This weekend, Pokémon and Aardman unveiled more content from their upcoming stop-motion series at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.
They also revealed that Pokémon’s Galar region will be where the series, entitled “Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu,” takes place. Pokémon Sword and Shield also takes place in this region, so fans of the game will see some familiar terrain.
There is notable British influence on the series, with Aardman, one of Britain’s most renowned animation studios, spearheading production, and the Galar region looking geographically similar to the U.K. A press release described the humor of the series as “distinctly British.” Aardman is behind the creation of Wallace and Gromit and Shaun the Sheep.
Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu is an epic journey through the wilds of Galar. Our heroes embark on a gallant quest to help and protect Pokémon across the region. Their missions rarely go as planned, but their noble deeds forge their friendship as they step bravely into the unknown. Peril, alliances and rivalries, extraordinary Pokémon, and endless laughs await them.
Pokémon has already entered the world of stop-motion. Pokémon Concierge season one came out on Netflix in 2023, and the second part dropped in 2025. It followed a woman named Haru who works at a Pokémon resort. Claymation, on the other hand, is a new realm these Pokémon are stepping into.
Often, Pokémon content follows the human trainers who interact with Pokémon. However, this series tells a story from the creatures’ perspective.
“This project gives us a unique opportunity to tell stories from the point of view of Pokémon, made possible by Aardman’s extraordinary craft, remarkable artistry,” said Phil Rynda, Director of Original Animation at The Pokémon Company International. “Their warmth, and affection for this much-loved Pokémon cast are evident in every brilliantly crafted frame.”
The series has no set release date yet, but we know it won’t come out until 2027.