Which Pokémon film is the franchise’s highest-grossing film worldwide?
Answer
Pokémon Detective Pikachu
Pokémon Detective Pikachu is the franchise’s highest-grossing film worldwide.
Released in 2019, Detective Pikachu is a live-action mystery adventure based on the video game Detective Pikachu. Ryan Reynolds provides the voice and performance for the title character, while Justice Smith plays Tim Goodman.
The story takes place in Ryme City, where humans and Pokémon live alongside one another. Tim searches for his missing father with the help of a talking Pikachu who wants to solve the disappearance.
The film’s commercial performance surpassed earlier Pokémon theatrical releases, including Pokémon: The First Movie. Its success is often discussed separately from inflation-adjusted rankings, which can produce different comparisons. “Highest-grossing” here refers to worldwide theatrical box-office revenue.