Rodger Parsons (English) / Unshō Ishizuka (Japanese).
The very first episode of the Pokémon anime, titled , aired in Japan on April 1, 1997, and in the United States on September 8, 1998. It serves as the foundation for the entire series, introducing the protagonist, Ash Ketchum, and his iconic partner, Pikachu. Plot Summary & Key Events
Due to oversleeping, Ash misses out on the standard starter Pokémon (Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle). Professor Oak gives him the only one left: a stubborn and disobedient Pikachu . Pokemon ep 1.mp4
The sighting of Ho-Oh at the end of the episode is often interpreted as a symbol of Ash's "eternal youth" or his destiny to become a Pokémon Master. Where to Watch
The Spearow calls its flock, and they relentlessly attack Ash and Pikachu. To escape, Ash "borrows" a bike from a girl named Misty , which he eventually wrecks. Rodger Parsons (English) / Unshō Ishizuka (Japanese)
Included in the Pokémon the Series: The Beginning collection. Pokémon: I Choose You! EPISODE ONE
Offers an HD Remaster of the original airing. Plot Summary & Key Events Due to oversleeping,
Seeing Pikachu wounded and exhausted, Ash risks his own life to protect it from the flock. Touched by this sacrifice, Pikachu summons its remaining energy to unleash a massive Thunderbolt, defeating the Spearow.