Pokémon Heroes
2002, Japanese. Directed by Kunihiko Yuyama.
On a mission they never expected. To a world they never imagined. An adventure you'll never forget.
Ash, Pikachu and the gang try and stop a pair of thieves hiding out in the canals and alleyways of Altomare, the age-old water capital. Joining the adventure are two new legendary Pokémon, a pair of siblings named Latias and Latios, who serve as peacekeepers and protectors of the Soul Dew — a priceless treasure with a mysterious power.
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Japanese
- Rated
- G
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 411 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Pokémon Heroes
Pokémon Heroes is streaming on VI movies and tv in India.
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Cast & crew
- Kunihiko YuyamaDirector
- Rica MatsumotoSatoshi (voice)
- Ikue OtaniPikachu (voice)
- Mayumi IzukaKasumi (voice)
- Yuji UedaTakeshi (voice)
- Satomi KorogiTogepy (voice)
- Megumi HayashibaraMusashi / Latias (voice)
- Shin-ichiro MikiKojiro / Crobat (voice)
- Inuko InuyamaNyarth (voice)
- Fumiko OrikasaKanon (voice)
- Masashi EbaraLatios (voice)
- Uno KandaZanner (voice)
- Yumiko ShakuLyon (voice)
Details
- Released
- 13 July 2002
- Original title
- 劇場版ポケットモンスター 水の都の護神 ラティアスとラティオス
- Country
- Japan
- Written by
- Hideki Sonoda
- Box office
- $28M
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What Pokémon Heroes is based on
Pokémon Heroes is adapted from a video game.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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Pokémon Heroes: quick answers
What should I watch before Pokémon Heroes?
Watch Pokémon: The First Movie (1998), Pokémon the Movie 2000 (1999), Pokémon 3: The Movie (2000), and Pokémon 4Ever (2001) first.
Is Pokémon Heroes worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 411 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Pokémon Heroes?
Pokémon Heroes runs 80 minutes (1h 20m).
Does Pokémon Heroes have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Pokémon Heroes. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Pokémon Heroes parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Pokémon Heroes is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Pokémon Heroes on?
Pokémon Heroes is streaming on VI movies and tv in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Pokémon Heroes?
If you liked Pokémon Heroes, try One Piece: Giant Mecha Soldier of Karakuri Castle, Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea, One Piece: Heart of Gold.
Who directed Pokémon Heroes?
Pokémon Heroes (2002) was directed by Kunihiko Yuyama and stars Rica Matsumoto, Ikue Otani, Mayumi Izuka.
What is Pokémon Heroes based on?
Pokémon Heroes is adapted from a video game.