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Highest-grossing anime to date - Pokémon: Detective Pikachu
Pokemon: Detective Pikachu (2019) is a Japanese-American co-production, based on the famous Pokemon franchise. The film tells the story of protagonist Tim Goodman, a young man searching for his father to disappear, and Pikachu, his special friend, who has the ability to talk. The two embark on adventures to solve Pokemon-related mysteries and cases. Pokemon: Detective Pikachu has attracted the attention of both Pokemon fans and audiences who have never been exposed to this series of games and anime. With a combination of the real world and the Pokemon world, the film offers a funny and interesting detective story. At the same time, with the appearance of the lovable character Pikachu and other Pokemon, the movie created a unique experience. In terms of revenue, Pokemon: Detective Pikachu has grossed more than 433 million USD worldwide, standing in the list of the highest grossing anime series of all time. The combination of the Pokemon franchise and the detective puzzle element captivated audiences and contributed to the success of this movie.
Revenue: Pokémon: Detective Pikachu has grossed an estimated $433 million worldwide.
Directed by: Rob Letterman
Screenplay: Dan Hernandez, Benji Samit, Rob Letterman, Derek Connolly
Release year: Pokémon: Detective Pikachu was released in 2019.