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Pokémon Movie 3: Spell of the Unown (2000)
The Unown answer a lonely girl's wishes by covering her mansion in crystal and conjuring an Entei to play her father. When that Entei takes Ash's mother, Ash heads into the crystal to bring her home.
Released in English as Pokémon 3: The Movie.
- Movie number
- 3 of 23
- Released in Japan
- July 8, 2000
- English title
- Pokémon 3: The Movie
- Running time
- 91 minutes
- Directed by
- Kunihiko Yuyama
- Came out during
- Original series (The Johto Journeys)
Starring
The Pokémon this film is built around. Each links to its Pokédex page.
Where it fits
Spell of the Unown opened in Japan on July 8, 2000, while the Original series was on TV (the The Johto Journeys season). Watching in order? Watch it alongside the Original series.
Where to watch Spell of the Unown
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United States
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United Kingdom
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When did Spell of the Unown come out?
It was released in Japan on July 8, 2000. It is Pokémon Movie 3.
How long is Spell of the Unown?
91 minutes long.
Do I need to watch the TV series before Spell of the Unown?
No. Each film tells a complete story. It helps to know Ash and Pikachu, and it fits best alongside the Original series.
Where can I watch Spell of the Unown?
In the US it is on Hoopla (free with a library card) and Prime Video and Apple TV (rent or buy). In Australia it is on Prime Video and Apple TV (rent or buy). In the UK it is on Pokémon Amazon Channel (prime video add-on) and Prime Video and Apple TV (rent or buy). It is also sold on DVD or Blu-ray; this page lists live prices from independent shops.
Which Pokémon are in Spell of the Unown?
The film is built around Entei and Unown.