Character profile
Pikachu
ピカチュウ
Pikachu is a main character in Pokémon (1997). This page lists 32 anime, voiced by Ikue Ootani (JAPANESE) and Shunsuke Takeuchi (JAPANESE).
About Pikachu
Pikachu is the signature Pokémon of the Pocket Monsters anime, and the first Pokémon that Satoshi obtained on his journey as a Pokémon Trainer, given to him by Professor Okido.
- Created by
- Atsuko Nishida
- Fictional setting
- Pokémon universe
Pikachu at a glance
Most fans meet Pikachu in Pokémon, where they are a main character. So far, Pikachu shows up in 35 anime.
Cast and appearances
In Japanese, Pikachu is voiced by Ikue Otani. Other appearances include Pokémon: The First Movie, Pokémon the Series: XY, and Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire.
Quick questions
What anime is Pikachu in?
Pokémon, Pokémon: The First Movie, and Pokémon the Series: XY, among others.
Who is Pikachu's Japanese voice actor?
Ikue Otani.
Anime appearances
Series, films and specials featuring this character.
Main characterPokémon
TV series · 1997
Main characterPokémon: The First Movie
Movie · 1998
Main characterPokémon the Series: XY
TV series · 2013
Main characterPokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire
TV series · 2002
Main characterPokémon the Movie 2000
Movie · 1999
Main characterPokémon 3: The Movie
Movie · 2000
Main characterPokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl
TV series · 2006
Main characterPokémon the Series: XYZ
TV series · 2015
Main characterPokémon 4Ever
Movie · 2001
Main characterPokémon the Series: Sun & Moon
TV series · 2016
Main characterPokémon Journeys: The Series
TV series · 2019
Main characterPokémon Heroes
Movie · 2002
Main characterPokémon: Black & White
TV series · 2010
Main characterPokémon: Lucario and the Mystery of Mew
Movie · 2005
Main characterPokémon: The Rise of Darkrai
Movie · 2007
Main characterPokémon: Destiny Deoxys
Movie · 2004
Main characterPokémon: Jirachi Wish Maker
Movie · 2003
Main characterPokémon: Giratina and the Sky Warrior
Movie · 2008
Main characterPokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life
Movie · 2009
Main characterPokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea
Movie · 2006
Main characterPokémon: Zoroark—Master of Illusions
Movie · 2010
Main characterPokémon: Mewtwo Returns
Special · 2001
Main characterPokémon BW: Rival Destinies
TV series · 2012
Main characterPokémon Generations
ONA · 2016
Main characterPokémon the Movie: I Choose You!
Movie · 2017
Main characterPokémon the Movie: Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel
Movie · 2016
Main characterCube-Shaped Pokémon on Cubie Island?!
ONA · 2023
BackgroundPocket Monsters Best Wishes! Season 2: Decolora Adventure Specials
Special · 2013
Main characterPokémon: The Arceus Chronicles
Special · 2022
Main characterPokémon: Distant Blue Sky!
Special · 2022
Main characterPokémon: Hoopa's Surprise Ring Adventures
Special · 2015
SupportingPokémon Concierge
ONA · 2023
Voices behind the character
Voice actors across languages.
