Pokémon live-action show pushes TCG into spotlight

Pokémon is putting fans in the spotlight with a new reality series! Read on to learn more about the show and how to watch it.
Catch Pokémon: Trainer Tour TodayA Celebration of the Pokémon TCG and its Community

Pokémon fans, get ready to embark on an extraordinary journey! The Pokémon Company International is launching an unprecedented reality show, 'Pokémon: Trainer Tour', which will be available globally on Prime Video and Roku Channel from July 31st.

The show features esteemed hosts Meghan Camarena (Strawburry17) and Andrew Mahone (Tricky Gym) as they embark on a nationwide adventure to "meet and mentor aspiring trainers" of the Pokémon Trading Card Game. Traveling in a Pikachu-themed tour bus, they’ll engage with Pokémon enthusiasts from all walks of life, sharing their stories and unwavering passion for the "Pokémon brand and Pokémon TCG."

Andy Gose, Senior Director of Media Production at The Pokémon Company International, described the show as "a groundbreaking entertainment series for The Pokémon Company International, illuminating individuals from Pokémon's incredibly diverse fan base." He then continued to say, "we’re eternally grateful for the opportunity to showcase how connections are fostered through the Pokémon TCG."

The Pokémon Trading Card Game has captivated the hearts of countless Pokémon Trainers worldwide ever since its debut in 1996. Almost three decades later, it has flourished into a global phenomenon with a passionate fanbase and a thriving competitive scene.

Pokémon: Trainer Tour commemorates the game and its dedicated Trainers, as it "offers Pokémon enthusiasts an inside look into the varied experiences and heartwarming stories of some of the Trainers who make up the diverse community of Pokémon fans."

Catch all eight episodes of Pokémon: Trainer Tour on Prime Video and Roku Channel this July 31st. The first episode is also available to view on the official Pokémon YouTube channel.