Disney+ has announced a global distribution deal with The Pokémon Company International that will bring a new stop-motion series, “Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu,” to audiences worldwide in 2027. Created by acclaimed animation studio Aardman, the new Pokemon series will stream exclusively on Disney+ Philippines in 2027, bringing a new stop-motion adventure featuring Sirfetch’d and Pichu to audiences.
In “Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu,” Sirfetch’d and Pichu embark on an epic journey through the Galar Region. Together, they set out on a gallant quest to help and protect Pokemon across the region. Their missions rarely go as planned, but their noble deeds forge their friendship as they step bravely into the unknown where peril, alliances, rivalries, extraordinary Pokemon, and endless laughs await them.
The new Pokemon stop-motion series follows Sirfetch’d and Pichu as they navigate their journey across the Galar Region. Their quest combines adventure and heroism with comedy as the pair takes on missions to help and protect Pokemon throughout the region.
While their missions rarely go according to plan, their experiences help forge their friendship. As they continue their journey, Sirfetch’d and Pichu encounter peril, alliances, rivalries, extraordinary Pokemon, and unexpected situations, creating a story filled with adventure and laughs.
A New Pokemon Adventure Through Stop Motion Animation
“Pokémon has that rare ability to mean something to longtime fans while continuing to feel completely relevant to young audiences today,” said Ayo Davis, president, Disney Kids & Family. “This new series ‘Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu’ brings Aardman’s signature stop-motion artistry with a bold, playful new perspective to this beloved world, giving audiences a fresh way to experience the characters they know and love.
The series brings Aardman’s signature stop-motion artistry into the Pokemon world, offering audiences a new way to experience the characters they know and love. The story focuses on Sirfetch’d and Pichu as they take on an adventure through the Galar Region while working to help and protect Pokemon along the way.
The combination of stop-motion artistry, character, comedy, storytelling, and craftsmanship also forms a key part of the series. Sirfetch’d and Pichu face challenges throughout their journey, with their missions often taking unexpected turns.
Their efforts continue to strengthen their friendship as they move into the unknown. Along the way, the pair encounters peril, alliances, rivalries, extraordinary Pokemon, and plenty of opportunities for laughs.
Phil Rynda, Pokémon’s director of original animation, also highlighted how Aardman’s filmmakers approached the new series.
*“*These stories, full of adventure and heroism, all told from the perspective of Pokémon is made even more exciting through the lens of the incredible filmmakers at Aardman,” said Phil Rynda. “Audiences will be delighted getting to know Sirfetch’d & Pichu, and the wonderful cast of Pokémon featured in this series. Aardman has brought Galar to life in a way that makes you feel like you can smell the air, touch the tree bark, and want to adventure alongside our series heroes.”
The series gives audiences an opportunity to get to know Sirfetch’d and Pichu while also featuring a cast of Pokemon throughout the story. Its adventure and heroism are presented through the perspective of Pokemon, with Aardman bringing the Galar Region to life through its stop-motion production.
Pokemon XP Panel Gives Fans a Look at the New Series
The creative team behind “Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu” joined the panel at Pokémon XP today. Pokémon’s director of original animation, Phil Rynda, appeared alongside members of the series’ creative team at Aardman, including director Tom Parkinson, Creative Director – IP Development Nat McKay, and Model Making Creative Lead James Young.
The panel showcased how the team combined character, comedy, storytelling, and craftsmanship to create the new stop-motion adventure. It also gave fans a glimpse at the misadventures ahead and debuted the series’ official teaser trailer.
The presentation provided a look at the creative work behind the upcoming Pokemon stop-motion series. The team highlighted the combination of character, comedy, storytelling, and craftsmanship that shaped the new adventure featuring Sirfetch’d and Pichu.
The panel also introduced fans to the misadventures that await the two Pokemon as they continue their journey through the Galar Region. The official teaser trailer was also debuted during the panel.
The Pokemon Company International and Aardman Bring the Series to Life
“Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu” was created by The Pokémon Company International and brought to life by a creative team at Aardman animation including director Tom Parkinson, Creative Director – IP Development Nat McKay, and Model Making Creative Lead James Young.
The series follows Sirfetch’d and Pichu as they embark on their epic journey through the Galar Region. Their quest centers on helping and protecting Pokemon across the region, although their missions rarely go as planned.
Despite the unexpected turns in their missions, their noble deeds forge their friendship. As they step bravely into the unknown, they encounter peril, alliances, rivalries, extraordinary Pokemon, and endless laughs.
Aardman’s creative team plays a central role in bringing the stop-motion adventure to life. Tom Parkinson serves as director, Nat McKay serves as Creative Director – IP Development, and James Young serves as Model Making Creative Lead.
The series was acquired by Disney Kids & Family in a global distribution deal and will debut on Disney+ Philippines in 2027.
With the global distribution deal between Disney+ and The Pokémon Company International, “Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu” will bring a new Pokemon stop-motion adventure to audiences in 2027. Created by The Pokémon Company International and brought to life by Aardman’s creative team, the series will stream exclusively on Disney+ Philippines in 2027.
