Pokémon Season 5 Episodes

Episode 1

A Chain of Whirlpool Islands! A Renewed Challenge!!

Sat, Sep 14, 200222 mins

In a scuffle with Team Rocket, Ash and friends are thrown from the ship bearing them to the Whirl Islands. As powerful whirlpools draw them toward impending doom, a mysterious form under the sea shifts the powerful undertow, drawing them to safety. Shortly thereafter, a Corsola comes skipping over the sea's surface and guides the children back to a ship wherein awaits their old friend, Professor Elm. They ride the ship to a bustling harbor in the first of the Whirl Islands. There they learn of an upcoming competition in which Water Pokémon trainers will vie for the title of Whirl Island champion.

Episode 2

Poppo and the Enormous Poppo! Towards the as Yet Unseen Sky!!

Sat, Sep 21, 200222 mins

Ash and the gang go to Pudgy Pidgey Island where they meet a special Pidgey named Orville who's dreams are bigger than the moon.

Episode 3

Set Out to the Sea! Line of Chonchie!!

Sat, Sep 28, 200222 mins

Our heroes pass a small mountain village just in time for the annual Chinchou migration. The village always sends Trainers to protect the Chinchou on their journey-but will they be enough to stop Team Rocket?

Episode 4

Sunnygo the Amigo! Showdown on Yellow Rock Isle!!

Sat, Oct 5, 200222 mins

When a family's home is threatened by the Corsola who live nearby, it's Ash and friends to the rescue...and maybe Misty can finally catch that Corsola she's been after!

Episode 5

Mantain and the Sunken Ship!! The Secret of the Mysterious Pokémon!

Sat, Oct 12, 200222 mins

After our heroes miss a ferry, they meet a diver who offers to take them to the next island...but they're soon distracted by tales of treasure aboard a sunken ship!

Episode 6

Okutank and Teppouo! Whirlpool Cup Preliminaries!!

Sat, Oct 19, 200222 mins

When they're not competing in the Whirl Cup, Ash and Misty try to help a young Trainer whose Octillery has been rejected by its Remoraid friends after evolving.

Episode 7

Whirlpool Cup! A Big Battle in the Water Colosseum!!

Sat, Oct 26, 200222 mins

After winning their preliminary rounds, Ash and Misty face formidable opponents in the Whirl Cup. Meanwhile, the Team Rocket trio have their eyes on stealing the tournament's prize!

Episode 8

Satoshi vs. Kasumi! The Final Battle in the Whirlpool Cup!!

Sat, Nov 2, 200222 mins

It's the second round of the Whirl Cup, and Ash and Misty have been paired up against each other! Who will come out on top? And will Team Rocket's plan to distract the police be successful?

Episode 9

Protect the Digda Village! The Big Pitfall Strategy!?

Sat, Nov 9, 200222 mins

Our heroes are asked to help protect a village from marauders who threaten to make off with the Diglett who live there-and thanks to a delicious dinner, Team Rocket offers to help, too!

Episode 10

The Legend of Silver Wings! Battle at Silver Rock Island!!

Sat, Nov 16, 200222 mins

Our heroes meet a jewelry maker who tells them the legend of the fourth Whirl Island...and who soon finds himself embroiled in a Team Rocket plot!

Episode 11

Mysterious Pokémon X!!

Sat, Nov 23, 200222 mins

While two sets of Team Rocket villains set out to capture the Legendary Pokémon Lugia, Ash runs into his old friend Richie and his partner, a Pikachu named Sparky!

Episode 12

Captive Lugia

Sat, Nov 30, 200222 mins

The little Lugia named Silver has fallen into the hands of Butch and Cassidy of Team Rocket, and with Richie's help, Ash must win the adult Lugia's trust before it gets caught in the same trap!

Episode 13

The Promise with Lugia!

Sat, Dec 7, 200222 mins

While trying to rescue the two Lugia from Team Rocket, Ash and friends have been taken prisoner! Now, they must figure out a way to escape...and to free the captured Pokémon as well!

Episode 14

Fly Flight Hoho! Head for Asagi!!

Sat, Dec 14, 200222 mins

Ash and friends are on a plane back to Olivine City when they get caught in a terrible storm that also sweeps up Team Rocket's balloon! They'll have to work together to land safely...but can they manage it?

Episode 15

Asagi Gym! Vs Haganeil!!

Sat, Dec 21, 200222 mins

After several interruptions, including yet another Team Rocket scheme, Ash's battle against Jasmine at the Olivine Gym is finally getting under way!

Episode 16

Farewell Fushigidane! Adventure at Professor Oak's

Mon, Sep 23, 200222 mins

Professor Oak asks Ash to send him Bulbasaur for a few days. There's some problems between water and grass type Pokemon. Professor Oak hopes that Bulbasaur can get them to co-exist peacefully.

Episode 17

Eifie and Sakura! Enju City Once Again!!

Tue, Sep 24, 200222 mins

In Ecruteak City, our heroes meet up with their friend Sakura and her newly evolved Espeon. Sakura and her sisters are preparing for a dance competition, but Team Rocket is lurking in the wings, hoping to steal their Pokémon...

Episode 18

Suikun and Minaki! The Legend of Houou!!

Wed, Sep 25, 200222 mins

When our heroes investigate a sudden pealing of bells, they discover that the Crystal Bells, which are said to ring only when the Legendary Pokémon Ho-Oh returns, are missing! The researcher Eusine seems to know something...

Episode 19

Run Quickly Along the Pokémon Ride!!

Sat, Jan 4, 200322 mins

When Ash runs into his old rival Gary preparing to enter his Arcanine in a race, he decides to compete as well! But first, he'll have to chase Team Rocket away from the Pokémon Day Care.

Episode 20

Famous Detective Junsar! The Mystery of the Egg that Disappeared!!

Sat, Jan 11, 200322 mins

When the Pokémon Egg given to Ash goes missing, our heroes call on the help of a hapless Officer Jenny. It isn't long before they realize that if they want the Egg back, they'll have to find it themselves!

Episode 21

Egg, Hatch

Sat, Jan 18, 200322 mins

The moment has finally come: a Phanpy has hatched from Ash's Pokémon Egg! The little Pokémon is full of energy and soon charging off...with our heroes and Team Rocket in tow!

Episode 22

Team Rocket and Delibird!

Sat, Jan 25, 200322 mins

Jessie, James, and Meowth take time to lick their wounds and dream of stealing Pikachu for the glory of Team Rocket. After a chance meeting with a Team Rocket scout, it seems these dreams are blasting off before their eyes!

Episode 23

The Kyukon in the Fog!

Thu, Sep 26, 200222 mins

When thick fog interrupts our heroes' journey, a girl and her Ninetales invite them to rest at a nearby mansion...where Brock and their host fall into a romance that could turn out to be ghostly!

Episode 24

Balkie and the Karate King Nobuhiko!

Sat, Feb 1, 200322 mins

Near Mt. Mortar, our heroes run into a Trainer who is trying to curb a Tyrogue's wild ways. But when Team Rocket gets involved, will they be able to save the troublesome Tyrogue from the villains' clutches?

Episode 25

Natio's Big Prediction!

Sat, Feb 8, 200322 mins

Our heroes meet a young girl watching over a group of Xatu, whose psychic powers let them predict the future of a local village. When the villagers begin doubting their warnings, can the Xatu prove the truth of their visions?

Episode 26

Wataru and the Red Gyarados!

Sat, Feb 15, 200322 mins

Reaching the Lake of Rage, Pikachu and Togepi begin to feel sick, and our heroes are attacked by an enraged red Gyarados. When Team Rocket appears on the scene, things look a lot more dangerous for Ash and friends...

Episode 27

Red Gyarados's Anger!

Sat, Feb 22, 200322 mins

Things look bad for our heroes, who have been captured by Team Rocket at the Lake of Rage. With the fate of the world's Pokémon at stake, can Ash rise to the occasion and save the day?

Episode 28

Inomoo and Yanagi of the Winter!

Sat, Mar 1, 200322 mins

Finally reaching Mahogany Town, Ash is warming up for his next Gym battle. But after getting the cold shoulder from Gym Leader Pryce, can our hero convince his frosty opponent to give him a chance?

Episode 29

Choji Gym! Ice Battle!

Sat, Mar 8, 200322 mins

Pryce and Ash are about to clash in a cold contest in the Mahogany Town Gym. Will Ash be able to show what he and his Pokémon are made of and earn his seventh Johto region Gym badge?

Episode 30

Kireihana and Rafflesia! Peace in Meadow!

Sat, Mar 22, 200322 mins

Our heroes encounter battling groups of Bellossom and Vileplume, who have only recently evolved. As each group fights with increasing number and intensity, can our heroes put an end to the quarrelling?

Episode 31

Magcargot! Getting the Hot Heart!!

Sat, Mar 29, 200322 mins

The heat is rising in our heroes' journey when Misty and her Water-type Pokémon go head to head with a willful Fire-type Trainer!

Episode 32

A Huge Transformation with Pokémon Magic!?

Sat, Apr 5, 200322 mins

Ash and the gang bump into a Pokémon magician, and soon they're on the hunt to find components for her greatest spell yet!

Episode 33

Thunder and the Crystal! Secret of the Lake!

Sat, Apr 12, 200322 mins

After yet another close encounter with Team Rocket, Pikachu is left exhausted and weak. Thankfully, a passerby takes our heroes to a nearby lake that helps recharge Electric types...but also hides a great secret!

Episode 34

Pupurin Twins vs Purin! Singing Pokémon Concert!

Sat, Apr 19, 200322 mins

Our heroes take time out to enjoy the entertainment of a young Trainer and her Igglybuff variety act. But it's not long before Team Rocket arrives and tries to steal the show!

Episode 35

Yadon's Comprehension! Satoshi's Comprehension!

Sat, Apr 26, 200322 mins

A chance trip to a Slowpoke temple gives our heroes an opportunity to seek enlightenment...and gives Team Rocket the chance to lighten some pockets!

Episode 36

Fake Okido! Pokémon Senryu Confrontation!!

Fri, Sep 27, 200222 mins

A lavish celebrity event inspires Jessie and James to pretend to be the VIPs and fill their rumbling tummies. But it's not long before their disguises are put to the test by the real guest of honor: Professor Oak!

Episode 37

Pî to Pippi to nagareboshi!

Sat, May 3, 200322 mins

When our heroes spot an object falling from the night sky, they rush to investigate. Soon, they find themselves joining forces with a Pokémon mystery club to uncover the secrets shared by the fallen Cleffa and the stars above!

Episode 38

Nyorozo's Evolution!

Sat, May 10, 200322 mins

Ash and Misty get into an argument over who can take on a powerful Trainer and his Poliwrath. When he accepts both challenges, the tough battles that follow give Misty some ideas for her own Poliwhirl!

Episode 39

Battle Park! Vs Kamex - Lizardon - Fushigibana!

Sat, May 17, 200322 mins

Hearing of a nearby amusement park for battling, Ash is eager to test his skills. But the Team Rocket trio have recently joined the park, and they have a few ideas in store to test this Trainer's mettle!

Episode 40

Nyorotono's Cheerleading!

Sat, May 24, 200322 mins

It's a case of mistaken identity for Misty's Politoed when it gets roped into replacing the leader of a Pokémon Cheer team...but where has the other Politoed gone?

Episode 41

The Ice Cave!

Satoshi and company take the Ice Path on Route 44, so the Rocket-Dan get them wet with cold water. They hope it will make the twerps too sick to battle. They then heat the cave to weaken the Ice Pokémon in order to take them without a fight.

Episode 42

Ibuki and Miniryu!

Sat, May 31, 200322 mins

On the outskirts of Blackthorn City, Ash meets Gym Leader Clair, who is busy training her Dratini for a ceremony. But Team Rocket has other plans for the Dragon-type Pokémon, and Ash and Clair must work together to stop them!

Episode 43

Fusube Gym's Dragon's Fang!

Sat, Jun 7, 200322 mins

Facing off against Blackthorn Gym Leader Clair, Ash is finding it difficult to overcome the power of her Dragon-type Pokémon. Things are harder still when Team Rocket shows up to steal Blackthorn City's prized Dragon Fang relic!

Episode 44

Kairyu! Activate Imperial Rage!

Sat, Jun 14, 200322 mins

Team Rocket has taken the Blackthorn City Dragon Fang and holed up deep within the Dragon's Den. Things look bad for the ancient relic, but help comes in the form of an old friend!

Episode 45

Fusube Gym! The Final Badge!!

Sat, Jun 21, 200322 mins

Ash and Clair finally face off in a Gym battle that will push Ash's skills as a Trainer to the limit! Can he win his final Johto Gym badge?

Episode 46

Sohnano!? Gym Badges and Sonans!!)

Sat, Jun 28, 200322 mins

A Team Rocket trick takes all of Ash's hard-earned Johto Gym badges from him, but it's not long before the troublesome trio get a taste of their own medicine. What tricksy Pokémon could have beaten them at their own game?

Episode 47

Ryugu Gym! Battle in the Water!

Sat, Jul 12, 200322 mins

Discovering a nearby Pokémon synchronized swim team, Misty goes to check it out, and soon finds herself heading below the surface to take on the team's Trainer in an exciting underwater battle!

Episode 48

Laplace's Song!

Sat, Jul 26, 200322 mins

Ash and company encounter a researcher using his Pokemon to study Lapras songs. The Lapras herd holds a surprise for Ash as he encounters the Lapras befriended in the Orange Islands

Episode 49

Protecting the Egg! The Life Born in a Storm!

Sat, Aug 9, 200322 mins

Professor Elm's Pokémon Egg hatches into a Larvitar! The Pokémon is unresponsive even after being checked over at the Pokémon Center, and Ash tries to cheer it up, but soon Team Rocket arrives to ruin all his hard work.

Episode 50

Entei and Friends of the Hot Spring!

Sat, Aug 16, 200322 mins

On their way to Mt. Silver, our heroes relax at a hot spring and meet a young Trainer who's tracking the Legendary Pokémon Entei. Trouble arises when Team Rocket follows them with a plan to steal Pikachu and Larvitar!

Episode 51

Yadoking! King's Symbol!

Sat, Aug 23, 200322 mins

Our heroes find a group of Slowpoke guarding a dried-up stream and hear the tale of a similar drought long ago, when one Slowpoke took the initiative to evolve into Slowking and save everyone. Can the same thing happen here?

Episode 52

Nanako and Elekid!

Sat, Aug 30, 200322 mins

A cheeky Elekid starts to bother Larvitar, but soon both Pokémon are in the clutches of Team Rocket. Ash's rival Casey wants to catch Elekid for herself, but can they mount a rescue before the villains get away?

Episode 53

Yogiras Does Its Best!

Sat, Sep 6, 200322 mins

Our heroes have reached Mt. Silver, and Ash wastes no time starting his training for the Johto League Silver Conference. But all the Trainers around provide the perfect prey for Team Rocket, who arrive to swipe all the rare Pokémon!

Episode 54

Unknown of the Country of Mystery

Sat, Sep 13, 200322 mins

When a frightened Unown transports our heroes to another dimension, they make some exciting discoveries about Larvitar!

Episode 55

Bangiras and Yogiras!

Mon, Sep 15, 200322 mins

There's no warm reception for our heroes when they finally reach Larvitar's home on Mt. Silver-they find themselves being attacked by the Tyranitar living there!

Episode 56

Nyula and the Sacred Flame!

Tue, Sep 16, 200322 mins

Our heroes are called into action to save the Johto League Silver Conference's opening ceremony from being stopped by a territorial Sneasel!

Episode 57

Silver League Opening! Shigeru Again!

Wed, Sep 17, 200322 mins

The Johto League begins as Ash meets up with his rival, Gary Oak.

Episode 58

League Preliminaries! Battle of the Magmarashi Flame!!

Thu, Sep 18, 200322 mins

Ash's new opponent, Massey, has a major crush on him. Could Misty be jealous?

Episode 59

Meganium vs Fushigidane! Spirit of the Grass Types!

Fri, Sep 19, 200322 mins

Ash faces his second opponent in the semi-finals, Jackson.

Episode 60

League Finals! Full Battle 6 vs 6!!

Sat, Sep 20, 200322 mins

The battle between Ash and Gary has finally come!!

Episode 61

Rival Confrontation! Kamex vs Lizardon!!

Sat, Sep 27, 200322 mins

The battle between Ash and Gary comes to a close.

Episode 62

Bursyamo Returns! Battle Against Hazuki!!

Sat, Oct 4, 200322 mins

Ash faces Harrison.

Episode 63

To the End of the Full Battle! Each One's Way!!

Sat, Oct 11, 200322 mins

Ash finishes his 6 vs. 6 battle with Harrison and heads back to Pallet Town with Misty and Brock.

Episode 64

Goodbye... And Then, Setting Off!

Sat, Oct 18, 200322 mins

Ash, Misty and Brock start back to Pallet Town before they begin their next Journey. But Misty and Brock both get messages that they're needed at their respective homes. It's time for the three friends to go their own separate ways.

Episode 65

Parting with Pikachu...!

Sat, Oct 25, 200322 mins

Without Misty and Brock, Ash decides to go to the Hoenn region to continue his Pokemon travels. Ash also decides to leave his Pokemon behind, bringing only Pikachu with him to get a fresh start in the new region.