The Pokémon Company has unveiled an exciting long-term collaboration with the renowned Wallace & Gromit creators, Aardman Animation, set to launch in 2027. Dive in to discover what this unique partnership has in store!
Pokémon x Aardman Animation in 2027
Brand-New Pokémon Adventures In Aardman’s Style
Pokémon and Aardman Animation have joined forces for a thrilling project slated for 2027. The announcement was shared across both companies' official X (formerly Twitter) accounts and through a press release on The Pokémon Company's website.
While the exact nature of the project remains undisclosed, Aardman's reputation for distinctive feature films and series suggests it could be a new movie or TV series. The press release teases, "The collaboration will see Aardman bringing their unique style of storytelling to the Pokémon universe in brand-new adventures."
Taito Okiura, Vice President of Marketing and Media at The Pokémon Company International, expressed his excitement about the collaboration: "This is a dream partnership for Pokémon. Aardman are masters of their craft, and we have been blown away by their talent and creativity. What we have been working on together ensures our global Pokémon fans are in for a treat!" Sean Clarke, Aardman’s Managing Director, echoed this enthusiasm, saying, "It’s a huge honor to be working with The Pokémon Company International — we feel sincerely privileged to be trusted with bringing their characters and world to life in a brand-new way. Bringing together Pokémon, the world’s biggest entertainment brand, together with our love of craft, character and comedic storytelling feels incredibly exciting."
Further details about this collaboration will be revealed as we approach 2027.
An Award-Winning, Independent Studio, Aardman Animation
Aardman Animation, a British studio based in Bristol, is celebrated for its beloved characters such as Wallace & Gromit, Shaun the Sheep, Timmy Time, and Morph. For over 40 years, Aardman has delighted audiences worldwide with its distinctive charm and style.
Fans of Wallace & Gromit have something immediate to look forward to as well. The latest installment, "Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl," will premiere in the UK on December 25th, followed by its Netflix debut on January 3rd, 2025.
