Pokémon 4: The Movie
Miramax Films | Release Date: October 11, 2002
7.3
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Generally favorable reviews based on 68 Ratings
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10
MysteryPokemonMar 17, 2006
This movie is awesome! I have never seen anything like that in Pokemon movies!
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4
grandpajoe6191Oct 19, 2011
Big movie with big dreams including big boss battles that appeal to small children. What a waste...
2 of 2 users found this helpful20
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6
ZilcellMar 21, 2012
This one has a more engaging story compared to the 2nd one, and for the series standards, that is actually saying something.
1 of 1 users found this helpful10
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10
CaptorBloodOct 25, 2013
Why is everyone hating on this movie? This is an AWESOME movie, and no, hardcore Pokemon fans are NOT the only ones who like it! Anywho, this is an awesome movie, I recommend it!
1 of 1 users found this helpful10
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4
FilmVirtueFeb 15, 2014
Kids and fans are sure to be entertained, but the rest of us just sit there uncomfortably. It has the same concept as the other films in the series so you feel a sense of repeat which adds up in the end, unfortunately for the worse.
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8
GamecubeLoverJul 27, 2016
In metascore I would give this an 80 but it isn't as good as I thought it would be but it IS still a great and fun movie maybe for the whole family. Heh.
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10
TylerAJan 27, 2007
This is a superb film, I've been a fan of Pokemon since I was 8, I'm 16 now and its still a great series. Only Pokemon fans will enjoy this tho.
1 of 2 users found this helpful
1
DanRJan 9, 2007
the only reason this thing gets a one, is because i had some fun whacking off to misty in the theater.
0 of 3 users found this helpful
10
Nick5414Oct 1, 2011
Awesome, too.
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3
BlogDog123Jan 27, 2012
I love Pokemon a lot, but I'm not very fond of it's movies (the first one was the best). The dub is pretty terrible, and there are one-liners abund. While this movie will mainly entertain younger audiences, the message is loud and clear: onlyI love Pokemon a lot, but I'm not very fond of it's movies (the first one was the best). The dub is pretty terrible, and there are one-liners abund. While this movie will mainly entertain younger audiences, the message is loud and clear: only watch this if you're a die-hard fan.… Expand
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3
NerdConsultantOct 27, 2014
i love pokemon but i'll admit this movie sucks. it's animation is a severe downgrade, it's plot holes are gaping , it's villain is even worse which is doubly bad considering Dan Green is doing the voice and i'm surprised that only Il Neigei love pokemon but i'll admit this movie sucks. it's animation is a severe downgrade, it's plot holes are gaping , it's villain is even worse which is doubly bad considering Dan Green is doing the voice and i'm surprised that only Il Neige review is the only one to point out it's really ripping off Princess Mononoke a lot. i did like some of the characters and the plot twist at the end is good but i now know thanks that Suede and Linkara that it's only in the film the way it is because of pointless extra scenes added by 4kids so my intelligence feels insulted… Expand
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7
KittyMar 4, 2008
When it comes to Pokemon, I expect this movie. Yeah, I own the DVD...and It's good, except some of the lines are a tad corny (I own the American version)...but the voice actors cancel that out! Basically, it's good, but it's When it comes to Pokemon, I expect this movie. Yeah, I own the DVD...and It's good, except some of the lines are a tad corny (I own the American version)...but the voice actors cancel that out! Basically, it's good, but it's got some kinks that doesn't make it stand out.… Expand
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2
ZegilgameshDec 31, 2012
The preachy, witless and horribly dubbed fourth movie is no better than the others, and it still feels like utter garbage in comparison to Spirited Away.
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8
MW1AA2GsJul 15, 2014
I went into the movie thinking that I wouldn't like it and by the end I felt bad for feeling that way in the first place, because the movie is actually really good. It begins like almost all Pokemon movies there's a battle Ash goes to someI went into the movie thinking that I wouldn't like it and by the end I felt bad for feeling that way in the first place, because the movie is actually really good. It begins like almost all Pokemon movies there's a battle Ash goes to some new place that wasn't in the games and ends up meating a legendary Pokemon. But it's how it's done that makes this movie stand out from the others and surpass some of the others. There are a bunch of great things in this movie ranging from the great side characters to the suprisingly complex and dark storyline. Though my favorite part aobut the movie is how it shows that Pokemon ages and how in the past of the Pokemon world isn't exactly like the present despite what some of the games might show. Also the music is unbelievable in this movie, I mean Pokemon movies always have great music but this one really surpass in the audio department. Also the CGI in this movie (excluding one infamous part) is very well done and actually fits into the movie, unlike most cars in anime. So overall this movie is great and worth a watch for any Pokemon fan.… Expand
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9
Jollyjoe1000May 14, 2017
A great movie I grew up with, it had awesome pokemon battles and a great appearance from a awesome pokemon in Suicune as well as the giant terrifying Tyrantitar
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10
Kaizen23Sep 24, 2019
Super wholesome and genuine. Everything I want in a Pokémon movie. I loved it
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7
JPKDec 8, 2019
Decent
Let’s cut to the chase, Celebi is f*cking adorable. The story might be a bit bland, But the adorable main legendary Pokémon is all worth it.
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9
Pikachu1998Feb 24, 2018
This movie will be sure to be, as always, born to be a winner! And born to be the very best, like me! Grade: 8.7/10. A-.
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5
clem666Dec 31, 2020
You can watch this movie in peace since Malone & Yûyama added a short summary of Sasha's adventures and about how the Pokemon's world works in overall. It's weird that characters presentations only appear in the fourth movie... Second thingYou can watch this movie in peace since Malone & Yûyama added a short summary of Sasha's adventures and about how the Pokemon's world works in overall. It's weird that characters presentations only appear in the fourth movie... Second thing that shocked me was the dubbing which was unusual (especially Sasha's voice). However I managed to accept it.

I wasn't expecting much from this because I think Celebi is one of the most uncharismatic Pokemon of the whole series. Its design is so lame with its little leprechaun body and its huge head. I didn't really want to hear about this pokemon before and even less now. However Suicune is great and beautiful as always. Seeing him was a real pleasure. Hearing him wasn't. He has that kind of unexpected roaring... it makes your blood run cold. Good point is that they both are not talking as Entei or Lugia did in previous movies.

We can applaud this movie for being the first in the series to use 3D special effects. Obviously these effetcs are ugly and really don't match with the rest of the animation which is good in overall. For the first time too since the first movie the bad guy actually looks and acts like one. We feel there is more danger and pressure on these kids. Pokemons' attacks look the same as in the games and that's great. We feel like we are more included in the movie.

There are some deep scenaristic incoherence and inconsistency issues like when everybody is partying while the bad guy is ravaging the forest. Yet they already met. Team Rocket is useless and disappointing. Their jokes are recylced trash. But nothing could erase the unexpected ending and the huge plot twist (no spoil) at the very end about Prof. Oak. We finally learn a bit more about him and it is great to involve him more in this universe.… Expand
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9
BiggestFurretAug 30, 2023
Honestly the best Pokémon Movie. This proves that Reviewers are kinda dumb. A lot of things do, though.
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