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Quick Answer
- Pokémon the Series: XY(TV · 93 eps)
- Pokémon the Movie: Hoopa and the Clash of Ages(Movie · 1 eps)
- Pikachu and the Pokemon Music Squad(Movie · 1 eps)
Total: ~95 episodes / 38h watch time
Pikachu and the Pokemon Music Squad Watch Order(2026)
With 3 entries across the franchise, Pikachu and the Pokemon Music Squad can look overwhelming. It's simpler than it seems though. Follow the list below and you'll be set.
3 entries ~38h total1 series2 movies
Full Watch Order (Release Order)
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best order to watch Pikachu and the Pokemon Music Squad?
Release order. Start with Pokémon the Series: XY and go down the list. This is how the creators intended the story to unfold — later entries build on what came before, and watching out of order can spoil key reveals.
How long does it take to watch all of Pikachu and the Pokemon Music Squad?
About 38 hours total across 95 episodes and 3 entries. At 3-4 episodes per day, that's roughly 28 days.
Can I skip the movies and OVAs?
It depends. Recap movies are always safe to skip — they just compress the TV episodes. Original movies and OVAs range from "fun side stories" to "actually important for the plot." When you're unsure, just watch them where they fall in the list above. Better to have extra context than miss something.
Release order or chronological order?
Go with release order for your first time through. Chronological can be tempting, but shows are written with release order in mind — reveals hit harder and character arcs make more sense. Save chronological for a rewatch if you want a different perspective.
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