New Pokémon movie announced for this year

A new Pokémon movie has been announced and is expected to be released later this year.

Pokemon.com revealed the news as well as confirming the existence of a new Pokemon which will feature in the movie.

The new addition Magearna alongside the familiar cast.

Originally named Magiana, the new Pokémon will actually be called Magearna. It’s described as having a metallic body and being created by humans 500 years ago.

In the film, Ash will meet the mythical Pokemon Volcanion with a mysterious force set to bind the two of them together. They’ll then discover that a corrupt minister in a city of cogs and gears has stolen the artificial Pokemon Magearna, and it’s up to them to work together and save the day.

A release date is yet be announced but it’s expected to hit screens late this year.