Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle (2021): Cast & Ratings
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle is a 2021 action adventure film directed by Tetsuo Yajima, starring Sarah Natochenny as Ash Ketchum, Delia Ketchum, Additional Voices, Michele Knotz and Megumi Hayashibara. It runs 1 hour 39 minutes and earned $21.1 million worldwide. IMDb users rate it 6.4/10.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 39m (99 min)
- Director
- Tetsuo Yajima
- Original language
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Japanese - Studio
- Netflix
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle About?
The premise of Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A young boy named Koko has grown up wild in a dense jungle, forging a deep connection with a mysterious Pokémon named Zarude. Their peaceful existence is disrupted when Koko encounters Ash and Pikachu, inadvertently opening a gateway to the human world. A dark threat emerges, endangering Zarude's forest and forcing Koko to team up with Ash and his friends to safeguard their home and unravel a sinister plot.
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle Themes & Keywords
· 43 tags- pokemon
- delayed release
- jungle
- death of parents
- jungle boy
- reference to tarzan
- flashback
- spin off
- orphan
- anime animation
- ash ketchum character
- pikachu
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- koko character
- jessie character
- james character
- meowth
- wobbuffet
- team rocket
- delia ketchum character
- zarude
- celebi
- 10 years later
- baby
- time jump
- giant tree
- tree
- swinging on a vine
- vine
- pokemon trainer
- pokemon battle
- poke ball
- waterfall
- berry
- electrocution
- fireworks
- skwovet
- cramorant
- rain
- water
- crying
- hug
- rainbow
- boy
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle Cast & Characters
Sarah Natochenny leads the cast as Ash Ketchum, Delia Ketchum, Additional Voices, with Michele Knotz as Jessie, Additional Voices and Megumi Hayashibara as Musashi. Directed by Tetsuo Yajima; 10 actors are credited in all.
- Director Tetsuo Yajima
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Sarah Natochenny as Ash Ketchum, Delia Ketchum, Additional Voices - Michele Knotz as Jessie, Additional Voices
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Megumi Hayashibara as Musashi -
Rica Matsumoto as Satoshi
Also Starring in Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle
· 6 more- Inuko Inuyama Nyarth
- Shinichirô Miki
- Ken'yû Horiuchi Narrator
- Jimmy Zoppi
- Shôko Nakagawa
- Masami Toyoshima
More from Tetsuo Yajima
More films directed by Tetsuo Yajima, best-rated first: Pokémon the Movie: The Power of Us and Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back - Evolution.
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle Reviews & Ratings
IMDb users rate Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle 6.4/10. Our Echo Score gives it 76/100, strongest in character & emotion (85) and weakest in story & flow (60).
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle Echo Score Breakdown
The film delivers a consistently pleasant viewing experience anchored by warm family themes and vibrant animation. Positive feedback highlights its engaging characters, clear storytelling, and visually appealing 2D artwork, which together sustain audience interest. Criticism centers on the plot’s lack of originality and occasional derivative cues. Balancing these points, the movie offers solid entertainment for younger viewers while providing limited appeal for those seeking innovative narratives.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 72
Visually, the movie benefits from bright 2D animation that many viewers describe as delightful, providing clear composition and smooth motion. The production design captures a jungle atmosphere without overwhelming detail. Some critics note the visual style feels derivative of earlier adventure films, which tempers the overall impression. Nonetheless, the artwork remains a clear strength.
- Character & Emotion 85
Characterization centers on themes of family loyalty and friendship, which reviewers repeatedly cite as emotionally resonant. Performances convey heartfelt connections, enhancing the audience’s investment. While the chemistry is generally positive, the script offers limited depth beyond the central relationships, resulting in a straightforward but effective emotional core.
- Story & Flow 60
The narrative follows a familiar jungle adventure template, drawing clear parallels to classic stories such as Tarzan. Reviewers appreciate its measured pacing and clear plot progression, which keep younger viewers engaged. However, criticism highlights a lack of originality and predictable twists, rendering the story enjoyable yet unremarkable for more discerning audiences.
- Sensory Experience 78
The auditory landscape is understated, allowing the vivid animation to dominate the sensory experience. Sound design complements the jungle setting without distracting, while the musical cues support emotional beats. Although the soundtrack lacks distinct memorability, the overall sensory cohesion contributes positively to the film’s atmosphere.
- Rewatch Factor 84
Repeated viewings are encouraged by the film’s warm family message and accessible humor, which retain their charm on subsequent watches. The straightforward plot and visual appeal make the movie easy to re-engage with, especially for younger audiences. Consequently, replay value is regarded as a notable strength.
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IMDb 6.4 /10
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TMDB 72% User score
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Letterboxd 3.1 /5
21 ratings
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Movie Insider 4.0 /5
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Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle Plot Summary
What happens in Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 4-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In the heart of the Forest of Okoya, a Mythical Pokémon known as Zarude, voiced by Edward Bosco, stumbles upon an infant boy nestled in a cradle along the river. Unable to abandon the helpless child, Zarude chooses to adopt him, naming him Koko (portrayed by Kimlinh Tran). They venture away from Zarude’s tribe, which resides within a Great Tree in the jungle that humans are strictly forbidden to enter, opting to raise Koko as a feral child in the wilderness.
Full summary
The whole story of Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle, scene by scene
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle Box Office
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle grossed $21.1 million worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$21.1M
- International
- $21.1M
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle Trailers & Videos
3 videos: 2 trailers and 1 clip.
- Trailer Official Trailer #1
- Clip Mythical Pursuit
How Well Do You Know Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of the Pokémon who adopts Koko?
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle Also Known As
47 alternative titles, including “Pokémon 23 - Les Secrets de la jungle” and “Pocket Monsters: Coco”.
- Also known as
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- Pokémon 23 - Les Secrets de la jungle
- Pocket Monsters: Coco
- 精灵宝可梦：可可
- Gekijou-ban Poketto Monsutaa: Koko
- Pokemon: Tajomstvo dzungle
- Pokémon 23 - Der Film: Geheimnisse des Dschungels
- Πόκεμον - Η ταινία: Τα μυστικά της ζούγκλας
- Pokemon - Movie 23 - Secrets of the Jungle
- Pokémon the Movie 23: Secrets of the Jungle
- פוקימון הסרט: סודות הג'ונגל
- Pokémon - I segreti della giungla
- Pokémon: การผจญภัยของพิคาชูและโคโค
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- Pokémon: Chuyến phiêu lưu của Pikachu và Koko
- Pokemon 23: Los secretos de la selva
- 精靈寶可夢劇場版：皮卡丘與可可的冒險
- 神奇寶貝劇場版：皮卡丘與可可的冒險
- 포켓몬스터 극장판: 정글의 아이
- 코코
- 寵物小精靈：皮卡丘與可可的冒險
- 精灵宝可梦 皮卡丘和可可的冒险
- Pocket Monsters: Koko
- La película Pokémon: Los secretos de la selva
- Pokémon, le film : Les secrets de la jungle
- 宝可梦剧场版：皮卡丘和可可的冒险
- Pokémon, o Filme: Segredos da Selva
- 寶可夢劇場版：皮卡丘與可可的冒險
- Pokémon film: Tajemství džungle
- Il film Pokémon - I segreti della giungla
- 극장판 포켓몬스터: 정글의 아이
- Покемон. Фільм: Секрети Джунглів
- Pokémon: A dzsungel titkai
- Pokémon - Der Film: Geheimnisse des Dschungels
- Pokémon de film: Geheimen van de jungle
- Pokemon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle
- Pokémon - Η Ταινία: Τα Μυστικά της Ζούγκλας
- โปเกมอน เดอะ มูฟวี่ ความลับของป่าลึก
- Покемон-фильм: Секреты джунглей
- Pokémon Filmi: Ormanın Sırları
- Pokémon – Filmen: Djungelns hemligheter
- Pokémon: Bí Mật Rừng Rậm
- O Filme: Segredos da Selva
- Film Pokémon: Sekrety dżungli
- Pokémon – Filmul: Secretele junglei
- 寶可夢：皮卡丘與可可的冒險
- Pokémon : Pengembaraan Pikachu dan Koko
- 宝可梦：皮卡丘和可可的冒险
- Pokémon: Petualangan Pikachu & Koko
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Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle FAQ: Cast & Box Office
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings, post-credit scenes and language of Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle?
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle runs 1 hour 39 minutes (99 minutes).
When was Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle released?
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle was released on October 8, 2021.
Who directed Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle?
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle was directed by Tetsuo Yajima.
More films by Tetsuo Yajima Who is in the cast of Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle?
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle stars Sarah Natochenny as Ash Ketchum, Delia Ketchum, Additional Voices, Michele Knotz as Jessie, Additional Voices and Megumi Hayashibara as Musashi, among 10 credited actors.
How much did Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle make at the box office?
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle grossed $21.1 million worldwide.
How is Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle rated?
Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle has 6.4/10 on IMDb, 72% on TMDB, 3.1/5 on Letterboxd and 4.0/5 on Movie Insider.
Does Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle have a post-credit scene?
No. Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle in?
The original language of Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle is Japanese.
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