Pokémon & Aardman Announce Collab for ‘Special Project’

As a longtime fan of both Pokémon and Aardman Animations, I can’t help but feel like my childhood dreams are coming true! Growing up, I spent countless hours watching Ash Ketchum’s adventures while simultaneously falling in love with Wallace & Gromit’s ingenious inventions. Now, the thought of these two iconic universes merging is almost too much for me to handle!

Pokémon Company and renowned independent studio Aardman have revealed their plans to work together on an exciting venture, set for release in the upcoming years.

What is the Pokémon and Aardman collaboration?

On Tuesday, the companies made an announcement without providing extensive information about the details. However, they did reveal that this project is labeled as a “special initiative” and will be unveiled to viewers sometime in 2027. The Pokémon Company has also hinted at an exciting collaboration, with Aardman Animation bringing their distinctive narrative style to the Pokémon universe for new adventures.

According to Taito Okiura, VP of Marketing and Media at The Pokémon Company, partnering with Aardman is like a dream come true. He’s incredibly impressed by their skill and imagination, and he can’t wait for everyone to see what they’ve been creating together. It promises to be an amazing experience for Pokémon fans all around the world!

Aardman Animations, a renowned animation studio situated in Bristol, England, specializes in stop motion and clay animation. They are particularly recognized for their creations within the Wallace & Gromit series. Their latest production, titled “Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl,” will be available on Netflix starting January 3, 2025.

Sean Clarke, Managing Director of Aardman, expressed deep gratitude for collaborating with The Pokémon Company International. He considers it a great privilege to contribute to reimagining the characters and universe of Pokémon in a fresh manner. Combining the global phenomenon of Pokémon with Aardman’s passion for craftsmanship, character development, and humorous storytelling is an exhilarating prospect. Both Aardman and The Pokémon Company International value tradition, detail, and prioritizing their fans and audience, which will guide us effectively as we create enchanting, unique, and innovative stories to captivate audiences worldwide.

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2024-12-11 21:40