Netflix is set to unveil its latest addition to thePokémonfranchise, dubbedPokémon Concierge. This unveiling is part of a larger trend where iconic video games are transcending their original media format.Pokémonhas been a pioneer of this trend. They created an animated series out of their successfulPokémon RedandPokémon Bluegames.
Netflix first dabbled withPokémonback in 2019. They released the reimagined 1999 classicPokemon: Mewtwo Strikes Back – Evolution. However, this time around, Netflix is treading new waters by bringing fresh stories from this beloved universe to our screens.
Anime aficionados can mark July 1st in their calendar. They will be treated to a sneak peek ofPokémon Conciergeat the Anime Expo 2023 in Japan. This heralded event is scheduled for 3:15 pm Japanese time during Netflix’s J-Content Presentation. It will take place in the Main Events room as perThe Direct.
Minyoung Kim, Vice President of Netflix Content in Asia, expressed excitement and anticipation forPokémon Concierge. She emphasized the groundbreaking stop-motion animation and the unique visual and storytelling experience it aims to offer. Coinciding withPokémonDay, the series is part of the celebrations of this beloved franchise. It speaks volumes that Netflix chose such a momentous occasion to announce the series, highlighting its significance and the high hopes pegged on it.
Dwarf Studios, known for family-friendly animated series such asMy Dad the Bounty Hunterand Disney+’sMonsters at Work, is the powerhouse behindPokémon Concierge. It’s a name that carries weight and quality, adding to the anticipation. It’s also worth noting that this isn’t the onlyPokémonproject that Netflix has in its pipeline. There’s a live-actionPokémonseries in early development, helmed by Joe Henderson, co-showrunner ofLucifer. Moreover, Netflix has become a sanctuary for Pokémon lovers as it’s the U.S. home for all previousPokémonTV episodes.
The franchise has been relentless in churning out animated and live-action projects, with the likes of Ryan Reynolds’Detective Pikachu.PokémonConciergeadds a new dimension and flavor to this eclectic mix. The focal point of the series is the Pokémon themselves, possibly drawing inspiration from a 1999 short calledPikachu’s Vacation, where the lovable creatures had a day out.
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A Fresh Take on the Pokémon Narrative
The series is set in the enthralling Pokémon Resort, a haven where the cherished creatures from the franchise are the VIPs. The central character is Haru, a resort concierge, whose adventures and interactions with Pokémon and their trainers form the crux of the show. A teaser released in February gave us a brief glimpse of this captivating setting.
Fans are expecting to get a sense of the plot in the upcoming Anime Expo. If they are lucky, maybe even a window of the potential release date for the newPokémonseries. It is still unknown ifPokémon Conciergewill become a part of the larger Pokémon universe.
Pokémon Conciergerepresents a new chapter in thestoried history of thePokémonfranchise. Netflix is poised to capture the imaginations of both new and seasoned fans with its fresh take on the beloved creatures and their adventures.
