: As the film's emotional anchor, Smith plays a former Pokémon trainer searching for his missing father. He serves as the "straight man" to Pikachu's antics and is the only person who can understand him.
: Newton portrays an ambitious unpaid intern at a news network. Alongside her partner Pokémon, Psyduck , she provides the investigative drive that propels the mystery forward.
: A veteran actor who plays a detective and friend of Tim’s father. Watanabe’s presence adds a layer of somber reality to the neon-lit Ryme City police force. Key Supporting Roles detective pikachu cast
: Providing both the voice and facial motion capture, Reynolds brings a caffeinated, fast-talking energy to the titular detective. His performance was crucial in making the CGI character feel expressive and distinct from the standard "pika-pika".
: Howard's son and the president of Clifford Enterprises. : As the film's emotional anchor, Smith plays
: A mysterious, menacing figure often seen shadowing the main characters.
The film was directed by ( IMDb ), known for Goosebumps . The screenplay was a collaborative effort involving writers such as Dan Hernandez , Benji Samit , and Derek Connolly , who worked to adapt the original 2016 video game for a global live-action audience. Pokémon Detective Pikachu | Dear Cast & Crew Alongside her partner Pokémon, Psyduck , she provides
: A scientist involved in the primary mystery regarding Pokémon evolution. Directorial and Creative Team