Netflix’s Pokemon Live-Action Series Gets Exciting Development Update

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After a long period of quiet, Netflix’s live-action *Pokémon* series is finally moving forward with production. For years, rumors have circulated about a streaming adaptation of the popular *Pokémon* franchise, but it’s been a closely guarded secret until now.

A recent report indicates that Netflix is still working on a live-action *Pokémon* series, and we might hear more about it soon. According to a source on X (formerly Twitter), the streaming service is continuing to develop the show, and further details are expected sometime next year.

Fans recently received another update about the upcoming Pokémon series. In July, reliable source Daniel Richtman reported that the show will center around Red, the protagonist of the original Pokémon games, instead of Ash Ketchum, who stars in the popular Pokémon anime.

The series was first announced in 2021, with Joe Henderson, known for his work on *Lucifer*, as the lead creator. The next major news came in 2023, confirming the show was still being developed and was moving towards the start of production.

Since then, things have been calm, and there’s been no public news about the project starting to cast actors or begin filming.

This new live-action series isn’t connected to the previously announced *Detective Pikachu* movie with Ryan Reynolds. Instead, it will tell a brand new story inspired by the Pokémon games, focusing on a trainer’s journey to become a Pokémon master.

When Will Fans See Netflix’s Pokémon Series?

Despite years of rumors, Netflix is still planning a live-action *Pokémon* series. It’s likely just a matter of time before they officially announce the adaptation of the popular video game.

2026 might be the year we finally get news about the next *Pokémon* game. While a new game isn’t expected next year, it’s very likely the company will announce their plans for the series soon.

This is particularly true when you consider that Netflix will soon be losing a major hit with the popular show *Stranger Things* finishing its run later this year (you can find more details about *Stranger Things 5* here).

Okay, so as a huge fan of streaming, I’m honestly going to be devastated when *Stranger Things* is finally over. It’s such a big show for Netflix! Everyone’s talking about what could be the *next* big thing, and honestly, a *Pokémon* project seems like a really smart move. It could be their next huge, must-watch adaptation – something to really draw people in.

Fans of Pokémon have long hoped for a realistic, live-action TV series. While the *Detective Pikachu* movie offered a glimpse of that idea, it didn’t quite capture what they were hoping for.

Everyone agrees this new *Pokémon* series has the potential to be a huge success, finally bringing the story from the games to life in a way fans have always wanted.

Netflix has a strong chance of maintaining its popularity even after Stranger Things ends, thanks to its upcoming live-action adaptations of popular franchises like One Piece, Avatar: The Last Airbender, and Pokémon.

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2025-10-09 00:05