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Pokémon Movie 10: The Rise of Darkrai (2007)
Dialga and Palkia carry their battle into Alamos Town, and the townspeople blame Darkrai for the nightmares that follow. Ash and Dawn try to stop the town being torn between dimensions.
Part 1 of a three-film story that continues in movies 11 and 12.
- Movie number
- 10 of 23
- Released in Japan
- July 14, 2007
- English title
- Pokémon: The Rise of Darkrai
- Running time
- 90 minutes
- Directed by
- Kunihiko Yuyama
- Came out during
- Diamond and Pearl (Diamond and Pearl)
Starring
The Pokémon this film is built around. Each links to its Pokédex page.
Where it fits
The Rise of Darkrai opened in Japan on July 14, 2007, while Diamond and Pearl was on TV (the Diamond and Pearl season). Watching in order? Watch it alongside Diamond and Pearl.
Where to watch The Rise of Darkrai
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When did The Rise of Darkrai come out?
It was released in Japan on July 14, 2007. It is Pokémon Movie 10.
How long is The Rise of Darkrai?
90 minutes long.
Do I need to watch the TV series before The Rise of Darkrai?
No. Each film tells a complete story. It helps to know Ash and Pikachu, and it fits best alongside Diamond and Pearl.
Where can I watch The Rise of Darkrai?
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 BBC iPlayer (free with a uk tv licence) 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 The Rise of Darkrai?
The film is built around Darkrai, Dialga and Palkia.