Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! (2017) Parents Guide: Is the movie OK for kids?
Age Rating, Sex, Violence & Language
Ash Ketchum wakes up late one morning after having broken his alarm clock in his sleep. He eventually makes it to Professor Oak's lab, but is told that the three starter List of Pokémon (Bulbasaur, Squirtle, and Charmander) have already been taken by Trainers who were on time. However, Oak reveals that he has one more Pokémon, an Electric-type named Pikachu. Despite its volatile and feisty personality, as well as its refusal to get inside a Poké Ball, Ash happily takes Pikachu for his journey.
Rated NR • 2017 • 1h 38m
Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! is an animated retelling of Ash Ketchum’s origin story and his early bond with Pikachu. The film is rated PG for mild peril, fantasy violence, and intense emotional sequences involving loss and abandonment. Viewers will encounter themes of grief, character death, and dark corruption, though the presentation remains consistent with the Pokémon franchise's standard tone. It is suitable for younger… Sign up for the full guide
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Is Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! appropriate for kids?
Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! is an animated retelling of Ash Ketchum’s origin story and his early bond with Pikachu. The film is rated PG for mild peril, fantasy violence, and intense emotional sequences involving loss and abandonment. Viewers will encounter themes of grief… Read more — free account
Content severity in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!
What happens in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!, moment by moment
- 0:12 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:28 ⚔ Violence & Gore 3/10
- 0:42 ⚔ Violence & Gore 4/10
Sex and nudity in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!
None. There is one brief scene where characters wear modest bathing suits at a beach, which is standard and non-sexual.
Violence and gore in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!
The film features stylized fantasy combat between Pokémon using elemental attacks like lightning, fire, and wind. While there is consistent fighting, it is stylized-cartoon action with no blood or gore, fitting the Pokémon franchise standard.
Language in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!
None. There is no profanity or offensive language used throughout the film.
Drugs, alcohol, and smoking in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!
None. There is no consumption of alcohol, drugs, or smoking depicted on screen.
Mature themes in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!
The story deals with themes of abandonment, the death of a parent figure, and the temporary loss of the main character. These moments are portrayed with significant emotional weight, including a scene where a character fades away after being attacked.
Scary moments in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!
No standout scary moments have been catalogued for Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! yet. Because this title is recommended for younger kids, sign up to get community-flagged jump scares, tense scenes, and startling imagery as parents submit them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! appropriate for kids?
Bontent's parent guide suggests Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! is best for ages 7+. It's rated NR. Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! is an animated retelling of Ash Ketchum’s origin story and his early bond with Pikachu. The film is rated PG for mild peril, fantasy violence, and intense emotional sequences involving…
What age rating does Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! have?
Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! is officially rated NR. Bontent's independent parent guide recommends it for ages 7+.
What is Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! about?
Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! is an animated retelling of Ash Ketchum’s origin story and his early bond with Pikachu. The film is rated PG for mild peril, fantasy violence, and intense emotional sequences involving loss and abandonment. Viewers will encounter themes of grief, character death, and dark corruption…
Is there sex or nudity in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!?
None. There is one brief scene where characters wear modest bathing suits at a beach, which is standard and non-sexual.
How violent is Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!?
The film features stylized fantasy combat between Pokémon using elemental attacks like lightning, fire, and wind. While there is consistent fighting, it is stylized-cartoon action with no blood or gore, fitting the Pokémon franchise standard.
Is the language in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! appropriate for kids?
None. There is no profanity or offensive language used throughout the film.
Are drugs, alcohol, or smoking shown in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!?
None. There is no consumption of alcohol, drugs, or smoking depicted on screen.
What mature themes appear in Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!?
The story deals with themes of abandonment, the death of a parent figure, and the temporary loss of the main character. These moments are portrayed with significant emotional weight, including a scene where a character fades away after being attacked.
How long is Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!?
Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! runs 98 minutes, directed by Kunihiko Yuyama, released in 2017.
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