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Pokémon (1997 – 2023)

1997 • 25 seasons • Animation, Action & Adventure • TV-Y7
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PokémonDiamond and Pearl: Galactic Battles

53 episodes · Dec 4, 2008

The shadow of Team Galactic stretches across Sinnoh this season, and Ash and Dawn find themselves increasingly entangled in their sinister plans. Beyond the looming threat, both trainers face a whirlwind of unexpected hurdles – Dawn grappling with the complexities of nurturing her Pokémon, while Ash’s intense rivalry with Paul explodes into an epic, full-scale 6-on-6 showdown! It's a clash of training philosophies, and the stakes couldn't be higher as our heroes prepare for what might just be their greatest challenge yet.

1. Get Your Rotom Running!
Dec 4, 2008 · 23m · 5.0

Ash and his companions reached the gym to find it deserted. The gym leader was absent, training on Iron Island. Meanwhile, a pall of sleeplessness had fallen over the town; its inhabitants were plagued by unsettling nightmares.

2. A Breed Stampede!
Dec 11, 2008 · 23m · 5.0

Ash pressed on with his rigorous training for the upcoming gym battle. Meanwhile, Dawn attempted to hone her skills alongside her newly evolved Piloswine, discovering that the Pokémon was less amenable to instruction than it had been in its

3. Ancient Family Matters!
Dec 18, 2008 · 23m · 5.0

News reached Ash that the gym leader had returned. Roark, the challenger from Oreburg City, had come to test his strength against Byron, the gym leader of Canalave City. With Roark deploying a Rampardos and Byron fielding a Bastiodon, the q

4. Dealing with Defensive Types!
Dec 25, 2008 · 23m · 5.0

Under the watchful eye of Oreburgh Gym Leader Roark, Ash begins his three-on-three battle against Byron, the Canalave Gym Leader known for his fascination with fossils. Byron’s initial Pokémon is Bronzor, a creature of steel and psychic ene

5. Leading a Stray!
Jan 8, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

A blockage caused by a Wailord has confined the boats within Canalave's harbor, preventing Dawn from catching a ferry to her next Contest. With little else to do, she settles down for lunch, only for a spirited Luxio and its Pokémon compani

6. Steeling Peace of Mind!
Jan 15, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

On Iron Island, Ash’s rival Barry was engaged in training with his Empoleon and Heracross when the Empoleon abruptly turned on its trainer. Barry quickly contacted Ash and Dawn, who were still in Canalave Town, to relay the strange event—ot

7. Saving the World from Ruins!
Jan 22, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Ash and his friends press on in their efforts to thwart Team Galactic’s newest plot, one that inexplicably targets Steel-type Pokémon. They discover this is merely a component of the organization's larger, overarching scheme.

8. Cheers on Castaways Isle!
Jan 29, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

A storm-tossed current deposited Pikachu and Piplup upon a secluded island. There, amidst the unfamiliar foliage, they encountered a Corphish and a group of Mantyke diligently tending to a singular, enigmatic egg.

9. Hold the Phione!
Feb 5, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

With the dawn of a new competition approaching, the adventurers scan the landscape for a glimpse of the elusive Phione. Soon, a single Phione is drawn to one of Dawn’s Pokémon.

10. Another One Gabites the Dust!
Feb 12, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

As the first light of dawn breaks, Dawn arrives at the Chocovine town Pokémon Contest, where she encounters a formidable trainer named Ursula. Will she manage to claim her fourth ribbon today?

11. Stealing the Conversation!
Feb 19, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Officer Jenny's Chatot is taken by Team Rocket.

12. The Drifting Snorunt!
Feb 26, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

The Froslass held Meowth and Piplup in its icy grasp, unwilling to release them until its companion, a Snowrunt, was returned.

13. Noodles! Roamin' Off!
Mar 5, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

With a decisive flick of his tail, Meowth severed ties with Team Rocket, setting his sights on a life as a noodle chef. This departure sparked a ripple effect, inspiring his former colleagues to chart their own independent courses.

14. Pursuing a Lofty Goal!
Mar 12, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Ash stepped forward to compete in the PokéRinger contest, his Staravia perched confidently on his shoulder. Paul, ever the rival, was also among the entrants.

15. Trials and Adulations!
Mar 26, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

As the first light of day broke, Dawn encountered an Agron and found herself separated from Ash and Brock. During the ensuing battle, one of her Pokémon sustained an injury, and Dawn was forced to draw upon all her knowledge to mend its wou

16. The Mysterious Creatures, Pocket Monsters!
Mar 26, 2009 · 23m · 1.0

The companions journeyed onward, their destination the city of Snowpoint.

17. The Lonely Snover!
Apr 2, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Ash and his friends came across a Snover, a creature clearly yearning for a companion.

18. Stopped in the Name of Love!
Apr 2, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Lately, Piplup appears weary. A faint luminescence has begun to emanate from the Pokémon, a subtle glow that catches the eye. Excitement ripples through everyone at the possibility of evolution, yet Piplup seems untouched by the anticipatio

19. Old Rivals, New Tricks!
Apr 16, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

The Sandlestraw competition begins with the arrival of dawn.

20. To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!
Apr 23, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Ash and Dawn find themselves participants in a Pokémon Ping Pong Contest. Following the competition, a trainer approaches Dawn, inquiring whether he might be able to train her Ambipom for future contests of this nature.

21. Battling a Cute Drama!
Apr 30, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

The travelers came across a Pokémon Trainer who seemed utterly oblivious to the heart of battle. They found themselves compelled to gently explain the true essence of the contest, attempting to convey what mattered most.

22. Classroom Training!
May 7, 2009 · 23m · 7.0

In Snowpoint City, Ash and his companions found Zoey. The Gym Leader persuaded Ash to give a Pokémon training session before their scheduled contest.

23. Sliding into Seventh!
May 14, 2009 · 23m · 7.0

Ash arrived at Snowpoint Gym, the air crisp and cold, ready for his battle with Candice. This would be unlike any gym challenge he’d faced before; each trainer now employed a team of four Pokémon. Could Ash overcome Candice’s formidable cha

24. A Pyramiding Rage!
May 21, 2009 · 23m · 7.0

After Ash’s triumph over Gym Leader Candice in Snowpoint City, a surprising figure emerged: Ash’s rival, Paul. He requested a battle with Candice, but was informed he would have to wait until the next day. Just then, Paul's brother Reggie a

25. Pillars of Friendship!
May 28, 2009 · 23m · 7.0

A group of Pokémon hunters incurs the wrath of an ancient Temple, inadvertently stirring a legendary Pokémon from its slumber. The creature, roused from ages of stillness, unleashes a devastating rampage. Amidst the chaos, Ash lends his exp

26. Frozen on Their Tracks!
Jun 4, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

They boarded a train for their onward journey, but the ride was abruptly interrupted by an unforeseen halt. Sensing an opportunity, Team Rocket moved swiftly to exploit the disruption.

27. Pedal to the Mettle!
Jun 11, 2009 · 23m · 7.0

Ash and his companions reach Lake Acuity, the location set for the decisive six-versus-six battle between Ash and Paul. After tending to his Pokémon's wounds, Ash finds Paul and the two trainers finally commence their anticipated contest. T

28. Evolving Strategies!
Jun 18, 2009 · 23m · 7.0

The six-on-six contest between Ash and Paul intensified. Both sides fought with fierce determination, making the outcome uncertain. In a bid to seize the advantage, Paul announced the arrival of his newly evolved Magmortar, a clear signal o

29. Uncrushing Defeat!
Jun 25, 2009 · 23m · 6.8

His Pokémon battered and bruised from the clash with Paul, Ash hurried to the Pokémon Center, desperate for healing. Nurse Joy, however, lacked the specific berry needed to fully mend Monferno. Brock, ever resourceful, volunteered to find i

30. Promoting Healthy Tangrowth!
Jul 2, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

As the first light of day broke, Dawn resolved to begin preparations for the upcoming Pokémon Contest, focusing her efforts on Mamoswine. Yet, even after patiently addressing the Pokémon’s stubbornness, Mamoswine remained unwilling to engag

31. Beating the Bustle and Hustle!
Jul 9, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Because the television show *Pokémon Hustle*, Dawn’s favorite, was filming near them, she naturally felt compelled to see it. She and Ash, along with Brock, decided to go and watch the production.

32. Gateway to Ruin!
Jul 23, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Returning a wild Shellos to its pod, the adventurers stumbled upon Team Galactic, who were in the midst of excavating some ancient ruins.

33. Three Sides to Every Story!
Aug 6, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

A young Piplup and a spirited Elekid find themselves vying for the attention of a graceful Maril.

34. Strategy Begins at Home!
Aug 13, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

The adventurers found hospitality in Dawn’s mother's home as the young trainer prepared for her next Pokémon contest. A spirit of friendly rivalry sparked, and Dawn proposed a battle to her mother.

35. A Faux Oak Finish!
Aug 20, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Professor Oak journeyed to Twin Leaf Town for a lecture, but his scholarly purpose was soon interrupted. A group of Pokémon, clearly in need of aid, demanded his attention. Sensing an opportunity, Team Rocket plotted to exploit the unfoldin

36. Historical Mystery Tour!
Aug 27, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

With the Twin Leaf Festival winding down, Ash, Dawn, and Barry unexpectedly encounter a Xatu. The encounter results in their sudden miniaturization, and they must now navigate a world drastically altered in their size as they search for a w

37. Challenging a Towering Figure!
Sep 3, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

As the Twin Leaf Town festival winds down, a single opportunity remains: a challenge to Palmer, Barry's father, and one of the formidable Battle Frontier Brains from Sinou.

38. Where No Togepi Has Gone Before!
Sep 10, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

A band of young adventurers found themselves unexpectedly face-to-face with a Togepi, a creature brimming with playful mischief. Their encounter with the Pokémon coincided with a meeting with Team Rocket.

39. An Egg Scramble!
Sep 17, 2009 · 23m · 6.3

During their journey, Ash and his companions encounter Lyra and Khoury, travelers from the Johto region. A contest of skill ensues between Dawn and Lyra, with Dawn ultimately emerging victorious. As a reward, she receives an egg, which late

40. Gone with the Windworks!
Sep 17, 2009 · 23m · 6.3

Lyra and Khoury have joined Ash, Dawn, and Brock on their travels through the Sinnoh region. While Dawn prepares for the Lilypad Town Pokémon Contest, her Cyndaquil battles Ash's Grotle – a contest complicated when Piplup absconds with Cynd

41. A Rivalry to Gible On!
Oct 1, 2009 · 23m · 6.3

Ash and Khoury find themselves in competition for a spirited Gible, a Pokémon known for its playful mischief. Driven by the desire to capture this elusive creature, Ash, with his Buizel, and Khoury, with his Totodile, strive to outmaneuver

42. Dressed for Jess Success!
Oct 1, 2009 · 23m · 6.3

With the Lilypad Town Contest underway, Jessie falls ill, and James steps in to compete in her stead. In the initial round, Dawn deploys Piplup, while James chooses Meowth. Both Dawn and James advance to the Semi-Final Round, where they vie

43. Bagged Then Tagged!
Oct 15, 2009 · 23m · 6.3

The contest began with Ash and Dawn facing off against Lyra and Khoury in a spirited tag battle. Ash unleashed his Monferno, while Dawn countered with Cyndaquil. Lyra responded with Chikorita, and Khoury sent out Totodile. As the battle pro

44. Try for the Family Stone!
Oct 22, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Beneath the fading light of dusk, a boy with a Murkrow and a girl with a Misdreavus found themselves in a silent contest for a Dusk Stone. Each hoped to use the stone to nurture their Pokémon, the boy's Murkrow destined to become a formidab

45. Sticking with Who You Know!
Oct 29, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

A Pokémon researcher devised a device intended to foster camaraderie between his Quagsire and Magnemite. However, a malfunction caused the effect to spread throughout the surrounding region, binding the water and electric Pokémon in an unna

46. Unlocking the Red Chain of Events!
Nov 5, 2009 · 23m · 7.0

Team Galactic resurfaced, initiating their Red Chain project with the aim of capturing Dialga and Palkia, the legendary Pokémon of Time and Space, in service to Cyrus’s ambition. Their efforts were disrupted by the intervention of Looker of

47. The Needs of the Three!
Nov 12, 2009 · 23m · 7.0

Team Galactic’s scheme to capture the Lake Trio succeeds with the assistance of Pokémon Hunter J. Transported to Team Galactic’s headquarters, Ash, Brock, and Dawn find themselves in a fraught confrontation with the organization's members.

48. The Battle Finale of Legend!
Nov 12, 2009 · 23m · 7.0

With Team Galactic’s scheme nearing completion, Ash, Brock, and Dawn, joined by Cynthia, the Sinnoh Champion, find themselves in a desperate race against time. Their mission: to prevent Cyrus from enacting his plan to forge a new world. Wil

49. The Treasure Is All Mine!
Nov 26, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Ash and his companions pressed onward toward Asatsuki Town, anticipating Dawn’s upcoming contest. Their journey took an unexpected turn when Ash stumbled upon a treasure chest. The contents, however, elicited a surprising reaction from Jame

50. Mastering Current Events!
Dec 3, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Journeying toward Sunyshore City, Ash and his companions encounter a man who declares himself a master of aerial combat. Eager to enhance Gliscor's flight capabilities, Ash challenges him to a battle against his Scizor, unaware of the unfor

51. Double-Time Battle Training!
Dec 10, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

Following Zoey's victory in the contest, she and Candice encountered Ash, Dawn, and Brock. Dawn, experimenting with a new sequence of moves, was approached by Zoey who proposed a double battle. Zoey selected her newly caught Kirlia and Leaf

52. A Meteoric Rise to Excellence!
Dec 17, 2009 · 23m · 7.0

Pressing onward toward Daybreak Town and Dawn’s upcoming Pokémon Contest, the travelers find themselves disoriented within a dense forest. Raising their eyes, they are startled by a flash of light – a Draco Meteor. The powerful attack emana

53. Gotta Get a Gible!
Dec 24, 2009 · 23m · 5.0

As Ash and his companions journeyed toward the next town, they noticed a familiar presence – the Gible they had aided was keeping pace with them. A spark of determination ignited within Ash; he resolved to attempt its capture. However, Barr

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