| Pokémon Concierge | |
|---|---|
| Genre | |
| Based on | Pokémon by The Pokémon Company |
| Written by | Doki Harumi |
| Directed by | Ogawa Iku |
| Starring | Rena Nōnen Karen Fukuhara |
| Theme music composer | Mariya Takeuchi |
| Country of origin |
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| Original language | Japanese |
| Production | |
| Running time | 14-20 minutes |
| Production companies |
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| Original release | |
| Network | Netflix |
| Release | December 28, 2023 |
Pokémon Concierge is an upcoming Japanese stop motion animated television series, part of The Pokémon Company's Pokémon media franchise, that is set to premiere on Netflix on December 28, 2023.
Premise
Haru, a concierge at the Pokémon Resort, and her interactions with Pokémon and their owners who visit as guests.
Cast
| Character | Japanese | English |
|---|---|---|
| Haru | Rena Nōnen | Karen Fukuhara |
| Alisa | Fairouz Ai | Imani Hakim |
| Tyler | Okuno Eita | Josh Keaton |
| Watanabe | Takemura Yoshiko | Lori Alan |
Production
Development
In February 2023, during the Pokémon Day presentation, it was announced that a stop motion animated television series was in development for Netflix. The Pokémon Company collaborated with Dwarf Animation Studios on the series.[1]
In July, it was announced that Rena Nōnen would be voicing the main protagonist named Haru, who works as a concierge at a resort where she shows hospitality to and fulfills the needs of weary Pokémon and their trainers.[2]
In November, the trailer debuted revealing the Japanese and English voice cast, which includes, Ai Fairouz, Okuno Eita, Takemura Yoshiko, Imani Hakim, Josh Keaton, and Lori Alan.[3]
Release
Pokémon Concierge is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on December 28, 2023.[3][2] It will consist of four episodes.[3]
References
- ↑ Moraeu, Jordan (February 27, 2023). "'Pokémon Concierge' Animated Series Coming to Netflix". Variety. Archived from the original on February 27, 2023. Retrieved February 27, 2023.
- 1 2 Colbert, Isaiah (July 2, 2023). "Netflix's Stop-Motion Pokémon Series Will Be Therapeutic For Fans, Says Actress". Kotaku. Archived from the original on July 3, 2023. Retrieved July 5, 2023.
- 1 2 3 Frater, Patrick (November 14, 2023). "'Pokémon Concierge' Reveals Adorable, Stop-Motion Trailer, Sets Netflix Release Date". Variety. Archived from the original on November 14, 2023. Retrieved November 14, 2023.
