Pokémon has always been one of the most iconic Japanese franchises of all time, not only succeeding on the big screen and in video games but now introducing an innovative series on the Netflix platform. With a total of four episodes, the adorable characters have captivated hundreds of users.
The title is Pokémon Concierge, which debuted on the streaming giant with its first season on December 28, 2023. Karen Fukuhara voices the main character, Huru, a positive young woman who becomes the caretaker of the Pokémon Resort and embarks on a journey full of adventures.
Of course, it’s not the first time that a series-format project has taken inspiration from such characters and this particular saga, but quite the opposite. However, this time it was quite unexpected as it includes cute versions of Pikachu, Eevee and more. Here, check if there will be a future for these characters in the catalog…
Will Pokémon Concierge have a Season 2?
Undoubtedly, Pokémon Concierge is the series of the moment, especially after becoming one of the most-watched, both globally and in the United States. It currently holds the number 4 spot in the Top 10, and thousands of users have already started wondering if there will be new episodes.
Netflix’s Pokémon Concierge. (Source: IMDb)
The stop-motion miniseries has only had four installments so far, and Netflix has not made any statements about the arrival of more episodes on its platform. However, this doesn’t mean it has been canceled, far from it; it’s just a bit early to know what will happen with the show.
Typically, the streaming giant assesses its metrics before greenlighting a program for a second season. This includes the initial viewership numbers, the abandonment rate, and often even the hype generated among fans and viewers.
So far, the production has received much praise from both the audience and critics, becoming one of the favorites of the month. Its fun scenarios, adorable iconic characters, and basic premise have caught the attention of many, resulting in an almost 100% positive reception.
What is Pokémon Concierge about?
Pokémon Concierge is the new Netflix trend that has arrived on the platform to warm the hearts of users and once again captivate the fans of the franchise. The stop-motion project presents a world where iconic characters interact in harmony with humans.
This time, there are no trainers capturing Pokémon, and each battle scene is a playful moment among the adorable characters. Differing a bit from the classic story we know, the plot follows Haru, a new employee at a resort who seeks to fulfill the needs of her peculiar guests while learning from her companion, Psyduck.
Iku Ogawa, the creator of the show, confessed in an interview that bringing the narrative to the screen was a challenging and laborious task. The result ended up featuring appearances of beloved creatures such as Pikachu, Eevee, Dragonite and Magikarp, but it was not an easy journey. Additionally, the film director stated in a press release:
“Regarding the filming, the production took four and a half months, and each animator was responsible for four to five seconds per day. The technique used was 3D printing of dozens and dozens of gestures and expressions to give them maximum flexibility. In total, we made 86,000 shots for four episodes of approximately 60 minutes or more”.
