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The Best Episodes of Pokémon

Every episode of Pokémon ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Pokémon!

Best episode
S25E42 Partners in Time! (4)
9.82,076 votes
Worst episode
S24E33 Mad About Blue!
5.1130 votes
Top season
Season 19
7.9avg
Binge time
19d 17h
1235 episodes
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Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Pokémon Season 25 Episode 42 - Partners in Time! (4)
    9.8/10(2076 votes)

    S25:E42

    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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  2. Pokémon Season 19 Episode 47 - Till We Compete Again!
    9.2/10(555 votes)

    S19:E47

    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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  3. Pokémon Season 22 Episode 52 - From Z to Shining Z!
    9.1/10(463 votes)

    S22:E52

    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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  4. Pokémon Season 19 Episode 43 - Forming a More Perfect Union!
    9.1/10(439 votes)

    S19:E43

    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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  5. Pokémon Season 19 Episode 37 - Finals Not for the Faint-Hearted!
    9.1/10(408 votes)

    S19:E37

    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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  6. Pokémon Season 22 Episode 16 - Memories in the Mist!
    9.1/10(379 votes)

    S22:E16

    A visit to Hapu's farm envelops our heroes in an experience they will never forget!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Pokémon Season 13 Episode 31 - Battling a Thaw in Relations!
    9.1/10(367 votes)

    S13:E31

    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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  8. Pokémon Season 19 Episode 35 - A Riveting Rivalry!
    9.0/10(410 votes)

    S19:E35

    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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  9. Pokémon Season 22 Episode 47 - Enter the Champion!
    8.9/10(313 votes)

    S22:E47

    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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  10. Pokémon Season 20 Episode 43 - When Regions Collide!
    8.9/10(292 votes)

    S20:E43

    The Cerulean Gym is the setting for old and new friends, battling old and new skills!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Pokémon Season 25 Episode 41 - Paring Pokémon While Parrying! (3)
    8.9/10(245 votes)

    S25:E41

    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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  12. Pokémon Season 25 Episode 21 - The Homecoming Crown!
    8.8/10(308 votes)

    S25:E21

    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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  13. Pokémon Season 18 Episode 44 - Cloudy Fate, Bright Future!
    8.8/10(290 votes)

    S18:E44

    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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  14. Pokémon Season 25 Episode 35 - Whittle While You Work! (4)
    8.8/10(222 votes)

    S25:E35

    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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  15. Pokémon Season 20 Episode 21 - One Journey Ends, Another Begins...
    8.7/10(306 votes)

    S20:E21

    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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  16. Pokémon Season 22 Episode 51 - Fiery Surprises!
    8.8/10(165 votes)

    S22:E51

    The exhibition match between Ash and Professor Kukui continues with a long-awaited fiery showdown!

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Pokémon Season 13 Episode 29 - Familiarity Breeds Strategy!
    8.7/10(241 votes)

    S13:E29

    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
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Pokémon Season 1 Episode 1 - Pokémon - I Choose You!
    8.5/10(2715 votes)

    S1:E1

    Ash Ketchum, a 10-year-old from Pallet Town, is finally old enough to receive his first Pokémon! However, he oversleeps, and the only remaining Pokémon at Professor Oak's lab is a strong-willed Pikachu!

    Director:Toshiaki Suzuki
    Writer:Takeshi Shudo

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  19. Pokémon Season 20 Episode 42 - Alola, Kanto!
    8.7/10(216 votes)

    S20:E42

    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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  20. Pokémon Season 25 Episode 40 - Toying with Your Motions! (2)
    8.7/10(214 votes)

    S25:E40

    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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  21. Pokémon Season 25 Episode 39 - A Flood of Torrential Gains! (1)
    8.7/10(208 votes)

    S25:E39

    While Goh answers an emergency call from Project Mew, Ash heads into the finals of the Masters Eight Tournament, where Leon requests a full power battle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Pokémon Season 5 Episode 64 - Gotta Catch Ya Later!
    8.6/10(353 votes)

    S5:E64

    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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  23. Pokémon Season 5 Episode 61 - Can't Beat the Heat!
    8.6/10(314 votes)

    S5:E61

    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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  24. Pokémon Season 25 Episode 34 - Valor: A Strategic Part of Battling! (3)
    8.7/10(188 votes)

    S25:E34

    As the epic battle continues, underdog Ash struggles to keep up with champion Cynthia's aggressive strategy — but he won't go down without a fight.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Pokémon Season 22 Episode 54 - Thank You, Alola! The Journey Continues!
    8.7/10(182 votes)

    S22:E54

    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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Best Episodes Summary

"Partners in Time! (4)" is the best rated episode of Pokémon. It scored 9.8/10 from 2,076 votes. Directed by Ayumi Moriyama, Makoto Ooga and written by Atsuhiro Tomioka, it aired on November 11, 2022. This episode scored 0.6 points higher than the second highest rated, "Till We Compete Again!".

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