Industry sources say the Pokémon anime will leave Netflix and reappear on Disney+ and Disney XD beginning in 2026. The shift coincides with the franchise’s 30th‑anniversary celebrations, which include new games, merchandise and a collector’s guide.

Disney+ slated for 2026 launch of Pokémon anime

According to the report,Disney+ will become the new home for the Pokémon series starting in 2026, with episodes also slated to air on Disney XD. This move would bring the franchise back under the Disney umbrella after earlieer seasons aired on the network in the early 2000s.

30th anniversary sparks streaming shift

The timing aligns with Pokémon’s three‑decade milestone, marked by special edition games and a comprehensive guide to every creature. a broadr streaming presence,the source notes, fits Disney’s strategy to leverage high‑profile franchises during anniversary windows.

Netflix partnership ends after years of collaboration

For several seasons, Pokémon has been closely linked with Netflix, even co‑producing original content. The upcoming Disney deal would therefore end a multi‑year streaming partnership, a change the souce describes as “a significant shift for the franchise.”

Unconfirmed Disney‑Pokémon deal leaves fans guessing

Neither Disney nor The Pokémon Company has publicly confirmed the arrangement, and details such as licensing fees or episode counts remain undisclosed. As the report highlighted, the lack of an official statement fuels speculation about how the transition will affect existing Netflix subscribers.

What remains unclear about the 2026 rollout?

Key questions include whether the new Disney+ version will feature fresh story arcs or simply stream past seasons, and how the move will impact global merchandising tied to the anniversary. The source does not provide answers, leaving the fanbase to await further clarification.