Pokémon Detective Pikachu

In a city where humans and Pokémon live side by side, a young man named Tim Goodman receives a surprising ally when a talking Pikachu volunteers to work as a detective. The duo is forced to team up despite their mismatched backgrounds as they chase clues about a personal connection to Tim and a larger mystery that could shake the balance between people and Pokémon. The talking Pikachu, witty and ever optimistic, guides Tim through neon streets, high tech labs, and crowded gyms, offering humor as well as crucial insight. Their unlikely partnership grows into trust as they confront danger, deception, and a web of secrets that threaten the city they call home.

Directed by Rob Letterman, the film adapts the Pokémon Detective Pikachu video game into a blend of live action and CGI. Based on the Pokémon Detective Pikachu video game, the story pulls from the broader franchise while delivering humor and adventure, with Ryan Reynolds voicing Pikachu.

It grossed $449,762,638 worldwide on a $150,000,000 budget, underscoring solid global appeal for a video game adaptation and marking one of the more successful live action Pokémon projects to date, especially among families and first time gamers.

The film helped cement the idea of a shared space where humans and Pokémon interact in everyday life, influencing future cross media projects and merchandising. Pikachu became a recognizable icon even outside gaming circles, and its bright creature filled visuals left a lasting impression. The look and humor around the Pikachu character sparked widespread talk about CGI realism and the appeal of live action animation hybrids.

Critics praised the film's energy, performances and 3D visuals, though some found the plot a bit thin. The themes center on friendship, trust and finding your place in a diverse community that blends humans and Pokémon across city streets and alleys.