Deal Includes New Stop-Motion Series ‘Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu’ Debuting on Disney+ Philippines in 2027
PHILIPPINES (SEPTEMBER 1, 2026) — Disney+ has recently announced a global distribution deal with The Pokémon Company International, including a new stop-motion series “Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu” coming to audiences worldwide in 2027. Created by the acclaimed animation studio Aardman, the series will stream exclusively on Disney+ Philippines in 2027.
In “Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu,” Sirfetch’d and Pichu embark on an epic journey through the Galar Region. Together, they set out on a gallant quest to help and protect Pokémon across the region. Their missions rarely go as planned, but their noble deeds forge their friendship as they step bravely into the unknown where peril, alliances, rivalries, extraordinary Pokémon, and endless laughs await them.
“Pokémon has that rare ability to mean something to longtime fans while continuing to feel completely relevant to young audiences today,” said Ayo Davis, president, Disney Kids & Family. “This new series ‘Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu’ brings Aardman’s signature stop-motion artistry with a bold, playful new perspective to this beloved world, giving audiences a fresh way to experience the characters they know and love.
“These stories, full of adventure and heroism, all told from the perspective of Pokémon is made even more exciting through the lens of the incredible filmmakers at Aardman,” said Phil Rynda. “Audiences will be delighted getting to know Sirfetch’d & Pichu, and the wonderful cast of Pokémon featured in this series. Aardman has brought Galar to life in a way that makes you feel like you can smell the air, touch the tree bark, and want to adventure alongside our series heroes.”
Joining the panel at Pokémon XP today were Pokémon’s director of original animation, Phil Rynda, alongside members of the series’ creative team at Aardman: director Tom Parkinson; Creative Director – IP Development Nat McKay; and Model Making Creative Lead James Young. The panel showcased how the team combined character, comedy, storytelling, and craftsmanship to create the new, hilarious stop-motion adventure, before giving fans a glimpse at the misadventures ahead and debuting the series’ official teaser trailer.
“Pokémon Tales: The Misadventures of Sirfetch’d & Pichu” was created by The Pokémon Company International and brought to life by a creative team at Aardman animation including director Tom Parkinson; Creative Director – IP Development Nat McKay; and Model Making Creative Lead James Young. The series was acquired by Disney Kids & Family in a global distribution deal and will debut on Disney+ Philippines in 2027.