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Pokémon Detective Pikachu (2019)

“Partner up!”

6.9/10 · 7,539 votes 1h 45m pg ActionFantasyAdventure

#129 of 296 films from 2019 #739 of 2168 in action

Directed by Rob Letterman · Written by Derek Connolly, Rob Letterman, Nicole Perlman, Dan Hernandez

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Overview

In a world where people collect pocket-size monsters (Pokémon) to do battle, a boy comes across an intelligent monster who seeks to be a detective.

Cast

Ryan Reynoldsas Detective Pikachu (voice)
Justice Smithas Tim Goodman
Kathryn Newtonas Lucy Stevens
Suki Waterhouseas Ms. Norman
Omar Chaparroas Sebastian
Chris Geereas Roger Clifford
Rita Oraas Dr. Ann Laurent
Karan Sonias Jack
Josette Simonas Grams
Ken Watanabeas Lieutenant Hide Yoshida
Bill Nighyas Howard Clifford
Alejandro De Mesaas Bartender
Max Finchamas Young Tim Goodman
Simone Ashleyas Girlfriend

Facts

Release dateMay 3, 2019
Runtime105 min (1h 45m) — about the same as the 2019 average of 109 min
GenresAction, Fantasy, Adventure
LanguageEN
Budget$150,000,000
Box office$450,063,166 (3.0× budget)
IMDbtt5884052

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Questions

How long is Pokémon Detective Pikachu?
Pokémon Detective Pikachu runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
Is Pokémon Detective Pikachu worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.9/10 across 7,539 votes, which places it #129 of 296 films released in 2019 in this index (top 57%) and #739 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Pokémon Detective Pikachu?
Pokémon Detective Pikachu was directed by Rob Letterman. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Monsters vs Aliens (2009), Goosebumps (2015), Shark Tale (2004).
Who stars in Pokémon Detective Pikachu?
Ryan Reynolds as Detective Pikachu (voice); Justice Smith as Tim Goodman; Kathryn Newton as Lucy Stevens; Suki Waterhouse as Ms. Norman; Omar Chaparro as Sebastian; Chris Geere as Roger Clifford.
What is Pokémon Detective Pikachu rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Pokémon Detective Pikachu?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/28517.

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