The Best Episodes of Pokémon

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9.7/10(2027 votes)
#1 - Partners in Time! (4)
S25:E4211/11/2022
The mysterious appearance of a legendary Eternatus above Wyndon Stadium grants Ash and Leon a bonus round, where it comes down to partner versus partner.
Directors:Ayumi Moriyama, Makoto Ooga
Writer:Atsuhiro Tomioka
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Directors:Ayumi Moriyama, Makoto Ooga
Writer:Atsuhiro Tomioka
9.2/10(540 votes)
#2 - Till We Compete Again!
S19:E4710/27/2016
Our heroes are going their separate ways, and it's time for goodbyes, fond memories, and eyes to the future!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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9.1/10(357 votes)
#3 - Battling a Thaw in Relations!
S13:E318/19/2010
The quarterfinal battle between Ash and Paul is building to a fever pitch, and with it, some surprising revelations between them!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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9.1/10(394 votes)
#4 - Finals Not for the Faint-Hearted!
S19:E378/11/2016
It's time for the Kalos League finals and it's Ash versus Alain in their much anticipated battle!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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9.1/10(430 votes)
#5 - Forming a More Perfect Union!
S19:E439/15/2016
The moment of truth has arrived, as our heroes and their friends must face the final challenge that will decide the fate of the world!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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9.1/10(374 votes)
#6 - Memories in the Mist!
S22:E162/10/2019
A visit to Hapu's farm envelops our heroes in an experience they will never forget!
Director:Unknown
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9.1/10(454 votes)
#7 - From Z to Shining Z!
S22:E5210/20/2019
Ash's win at the Alola Pokémon League was astounding-but the resulting exhibition match has some colossal surprises in store, too!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.9/10(396 votes)
#8 - A Riveting Rivalry!
S19:E357/28/2016
As the Kalos League semifinal round continues between Ash and Sawyer, the audience witnesses a rivalry few have ever experienced!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.9/10(288 votes)
#9 - When Regions Collide!
S20:E439/21/2017
The Cerulean Gym is the setting for old and new friends, battling old and new skills!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.9/10(234 votes)
#10 - Paring Pokémon While Parrying! (3)
S25:E4111/4/2022
The fierce battle to determine who the strongest trainer is continues. Will Ash manage to see himself through to the ultimate victory?
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.8/10(285 votes)
#11 - Cloudy Fate, Bright Future!
S18:E4410/15/2015
As our heroes look to Ash's next battle at the Anistar City Gym, they discover things about its Gym Leader they never could have imagined!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.8/10(303 votes)
#12 - Enter the Champion!
S22:E479/15/2019
The Alola Pokémon League is down to the final moments of the final battle! Who will emerge victorious?
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.8/10(159 votes)
#13 - Fiery Surprises!
S22:E5110/13/2019
The exhibition match between Ash and Professor Kukui continues with a long-awaited fiery showdown!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.8/10(302 votes)
#14 - The Homecoming Crown!
S25:E215/20/2022
In a frozen land, Ash, Goh and Chloe search for a rare Pokémon while Lillie and her family hope to reunite with their missing father.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.8/10(214 votes)
#15 - Whittle While You Work! (4)
S25:E359/16/2022
The battle rages on, but Ash is down to his last Pokémon: Lucario. Can the power of their bond see them through to a victory over the Sinnoh champion?
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.7/10(235 votes)
#16 - Familiarity Breeds Strategy!
S13:E298/5/2010
The quarterfinal round of the Sinnoh League has arrived-and Ash and Paul are ready to face off in a rematch of their 6-on-6 full battle!
Director:Unknown
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8.7/10(3 votes)
#17 - The Strongest Duo! Citron and Dent!!
S19:E4911/10/2016
Citron visits Kalos to sight-see and enters a fishing competition. Dent uses a fishing machine. Citron calls it deplorable and dismisses him as ignorant. Although unimpressed with his company, Citron agrees to being shown around Lumiose.
Director:Unknown
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8.7/10(301 votes)
#18 - One Journey Ends, Another Begins...
S20:E214/6/2017
The ending of one chapter in the life of a determined Pokémon ushers in the beginning of a brand-new one!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.7/10(213 votes)
#19 - Alola, Kanto!
S20:E429/14/2017
A celebratory Pokémon School class trip turns out to be a reunion no one will ever forget!
Director:Maki Kodaira
Writer:Unknown
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Director:Maki Kodaira
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8.7/10(174 votes)
#20 - Thank You, Alola! The Journey Continues!
S22:E5411/3/2019
With their big vacation on the horizon, our heroes are setting some life-changing plans into motion!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.7/10(204 votes)
#21 - Toying with Your Motions! (2)
S25:E4010/28/2022
With each competitor down to their final five Pokémon, the battle wages. Ash fights to get an advantage over Leon, who effortlessly sets the pace.
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.6/10(310 votes)
#22 - Can't Beat the Heat!
S5:E6110/17/2002
The ultimate battle continues as Ash and Gary face off. Ash will have to come up with a new plan to beat Gary's Blastoise. Can he do it with the Pokémon he's got, and if Ash beats Gary, who will be his next opponent?
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.6/10(350 votes)
#23 - Gotta Catch Ya Later!
S5:E6411/7/2002
With his Johto League adventure behind him, Ash has decided to head back to Pallet Town. But it's all too soon before he has to say goodbye to Brock and Misty, and head out alone for a new adventure!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.6/10(234 votes)
#24 - A Real Rival Rouser!
S13:E308/12/2010
As the Sinnoh League quarterfinals continue, the full battle between Ash and Paul brings their rivalry to levels previously only imagined!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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8.6/10(231 votes)
#25 - The Synchronicity Test!
S19:E234/21/2016
Ash and Greninja have displayed some amazing and mysterious traits in battle, and Clemont wants to find out why!
Director:Unknown
Writer:Unknown
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