Skip to content
Streambay
Pokémon Season 12 poster
Complete Pokémon

Pokémon Season 12 Episode release dates & where to watch

Premiered

Thursday, December 4, 2008

Ended: Thursday, December 24, 2009

When does Pokémon Season 12 come out?

Pokémon Season 12 premiered Thursday, December 4, 2008 on TV Tokyo and ended Thursday, December 24, 2009. The season has 53 episodes.

As the menace of Team Galactic continues to loom over the Sinnoh region, Ash and Dawn keep getting caught up in the schemes of this mysterious group of villains—as well as facing some other unexpected challenges! Dawn’s got her hands full dealing with the many problems of her Pokémon, while Ash’s ongoing rivalry with Paul finally comes to a head in a full 6-on-6 battle! It might be the ultimate test of training styles—will our heroes come out on top?

Last updated

Pokémon Season 12 release schedule

Pokémon Season 12 episode release dates
Episode Release date

1. Get Your Rotom Running!

After hearing about a delicacy called Old Gateau, our heroes pay a visit to the Old Chateau, where it's made, and encounter some spooky surprises!

Thursday · 17 years ago

2. A Breed Stampede!

As Dawn trains in preparation to enter the Chocovine Pokémon Contest with her Piloswine, she is caught off guard by the challenges that present themselves.

Thursday · 17 years ago

3. Ancient Family Matters!

Canalave Gym Leader Byron is back in town, and our heroes are all fired up for Ash's battle with him-only to discover that it's going to have to wait!

Thursday · 17 years ago

4. Dealing with Defensive Types!

The day of Ash's battle with Byron at the Canalave Gym has arrived, and battling with this Gym Leader is something Ash will never forget!

Thursday · 17 years ago

5. Leading a Stray!

When our heroes find a group of Wailord blocking the boat that was to take them to Chocovine Town, Ash discovers an ailing Wailmer with a big problem!

Thursday · 17 years ago

6. Steeling Peace of Mind!

After rushing to Iron Island to help out their friend Barry and his struggling Empoleon, our heroes discover that all the island's Steel-type Pokémon are in the same state!

Thursday · 17 years ago

7. Saving the World from Ruins!

Our heroes have joined forces with Riley and his Lucario to battle Team Galactic for the fate of Iron Island!

Thursday · 17 years ago

8. Cheers on Castaways Isle!

After being kidnapped by Team Rocket, Pikachu and Piplup are stranded on a deserted island, where they meet a lot of friendly Pokémon-and one that's friendly and mysterious!

Thursday · 17 years ago

9. Hold the Phione!

Our heroes discover that Chocovine Town is one of the few places where the rare Pokémon Phione can be seen!

Thursday · 17 years ago

10. Another One Gabites the Dust!

The day of the Chocovine Contest has finally arrived, and Dawn is faced with an opponent angrily determined to settle an old score!

Thursday · 17 years ago

11. Stealing the Conversation!

On their way to Snowpoint City and Ash's next Gym battle, our heroes come across a most unusual Officer Jenny and her buddy Chatot!

Thursday · 17 years ago

12. The Drifting Snorunt!

After getting lost in a blinding snowstorm on their way to Snowpoint City, our heroes come across a Froslass desperate to find its lost pal Snorunt.

Thursday · 17 years ago

13. Noodles! Roamin' Off!

When our heroes and Team Rocket find themselves in a gourmet noodle shop, a chain of circumstances leads to a Team Rocket breakup!

Thursday · 17 years ago

14. Pursuing a Lofty Goal!

On their way to Snowpoint City and Ash's next Gym battle, our heroes make a stop in Squallville for a Pokéringer competition-a special event for flying Pokémon!

Thursday · 17 years ago

15. Trials and Adulations!

Continuing toward Snowpoint City, our heroes come across a fierce Aggron who provides Dawn and Mamoswine with a chance to learn and grow together.

Thursday · 17 years ago

16. The Mysterious Creatures, Pocket Monsters!

The friends travel toward Snowpoint City.

Thursday · 17 years ago

17. The Lonely Snover!

On their way to Snowpoint City and Ash's next Gym battle, our heroes discover a lonely Snover who offers Grotle an unexpected gift!

Thursday · 17 years ago

18. Stopped in the Name of Love!

As Dawn prepares for her entry into the Sandalstraw Contest, something appears to be wrong with Piplup-and this ends up profoundly affecting Dawn and Piplup's relationship!

Thursday · 17 years ago

19. Old Rivals, New Tricks!

It's the day of the Sandalstraw Pokémon Contest, and Dawn and her old friend and rival Kenny are going head to head!

Thursday · 17 years ago

20. To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!

When our heroes decide to participate in the Pokémon Ping Pong competition, Ambipom's exceptional talent presents Dawn with an exceptional dilemma!

Thursday · 17 years ago

21. Battling a Cute Drama!

Stopping at Shelter Town on their way to Snowpoint City, our heroes meet a young girl who judges all Pokémon by their cuteness!

Thursday · 17 years ago

22. Classroom Training!

After arriving in Snowpoint City and meeting up with Dawn's rival Zoey, our heroes discover that Snowpoint Gym Leader Candice also teaches at the Pokémon Training School!

Thursday · 17 years ago

23. Sliding into Seventh!

The moment of Ash's Snowpoint City Gym battle is finally here, and he now must face Candice and her formidable Pokémon!

Thursday · 17 years ago

24. A Pyramiding Rage!

Our heroes run into their old friend Brandon from the Battle Pyramid-and Ash's rival Paul, who challenges Brandon to a battle on the spot!

Thursday · 17 years ago

25. Pillars of Friendship!

The evil Pokémon Hunter J and her henchmen are on the loose again, and this time they're planning to capture the Legendary Pokémon Regigigas!

Thursday · 17 years ago

26. Frozen on Their Tracks!

On their way by rail to Lake Acuity and Ash's scheduled battle with Paul, a mysterious train stop prompts a fellow passenger to secretly spring into action!

Thursday · 17 years ago

27. Pedal to the Mettle!

The time for the 6-on-6 full battle between Ash and Paul has arrived, and Paul's well-thought-out strategy has Ash struggling!

Thursday · 17 years ago

28. Evolving Strategies!

The 6-on-6 full battle between Ash and Paul is raging on at Lake Acuity when a sudden development turns things upside down!

Thursday · 17 years ago

29. Uncrushing Defeat!

Ash is feeling pretty down after losing to Paul, but another Team Rocket attempt to steal Pikachu brings Ash and his Pokémon together like never before!

Thursday · 17 years ago

30. Promoting Healthy Tangrowth!

On their way to Lilypad Town and Dawn's next Pokémon Contest, our heroes come across an amazing Tangrowth whose concern for its forest home is causing strange things to happen!

Thursday · 17 years ago

31. Beating the Bustle and Hustle!

On their way to Lilypad Town and Dawn's next Pokémon Contest, an event called the Sinnoh Pokémon Hustle intrigues our heroes! But all is not as it seems.

Thursday · 17 years ago

32. Gateway to Ruin!

When our heroes find a lost Shellos on the wrong side of Mt. Coronet and vow to take it back home, they discover the evil Team Galactic's latest dastardly operation!

Thursday · 17 years ago

33. Three Sides to Every Story!

Our heroes come across an expansive berry orchard on the way to Lilypad Town and Piplup falls in love with the orchard owner's Marill!

Thursday · 17 years ago

34. Strategy Begins at Home!

Our heroes have arrived at Dawn's home in Twinleaf Town, where festival planning is in full swing-and Dawn challenges her mom to a Pokémon Contest Battle!

Thursday · 17 years ago

35. A Faux Oak Finish!

On the first day of the Twinleaf Festival, keynote speaker Professor Oak runs into some trouble when someone else tries to take his place!

Thursday · 17 years ago

36. Historical Mystery Tour!

As the Twinleaf Festival winds down, our heroes encounter a Natu and a Xatu that provide them with a mysterious and puzzling adventure they'll never forget!

Thursday · 17 years ago

37. Challenging a Towering Figure!

Our heroes participate in the Twinleaf Festival Battle Challenge-and first prize is a battle against Tower Tycoon Palmer from the Sinnoh Battle Frontier!

Thursday · 17 years ago

38. Where No Togepi Has Gone Before!

Jessie, James, and Meowth lure our heroes inside Team Rocket's new state-of-the-art secret base, but it can't protect them from the antics of a mischievous Togepi!

Thursday · 17 years ago

39. An Egg Scramble!

As our heroes continue toward Lilypad Town and Dawn's next Pokémon Contest, an unexpected stop in a small village brings surprising new friends-and the Johto Festival!

Thursday · 17 years ago

40. Gone with the Windworks!

New friends Lyra and Khoury have joined our heroes on their journey, and soon Lyra's Marill wanders off unannounced and finds itself in trouble at the Valley Windworks!

Thursday · 17 years ago

41. A Rivalry to Gible On!

As Dawn's next Pokémon Contest in Lilypad Town draws near, our heroes, along with Lyra and Khoury, cross paths with an ornery, powerful, and irresistible Gible!

Thursday · 17 years ago

42. Dressed for Jess Success!

On the day of the Lilypad Town Pokémon Contest, an out-of-sorts "Jessilina" forces James and Meowth to take emergency action!

Thursday · 17 years ago

43. Bagged Then Tagged!

Ash and Dawn are preparing to have a Tag Battle with their friends Lyra and Khoury, but Team Rocket has other plans!

Thursday · 17 years ago

44. Try for the Family Stone!

On their way to Sunyshore City for Ash's next Gym battle, our heroes come across two Trainers who are brother and sister-and who have some troubling family issues!

Thursday · 17 years ago

45. Sticking with Who You Know!

Our heroes' journey to Sunyshore City comes to an unexpected stop when Pikachu and Piplup get stuck on each other-literally!

Thursday · 17 years ago

46. Unlocking the Red Chain of Events!

When our heroes take a break on their way to Sunyshore City, they again cross paths with Team Galactic, whose evil plans finally begin to reveal themselves!

Thursday · 17 years ago

47. The Needs of the Three!

Now that the villains of Team Galactic have everything they need to accomplish their evil plan, is there any way our heroes can stop them?

Thursday · 17 years ago

48. The Battle Finale of Legend!

As our heroes battle against Team Galactic and its quest to build a new world order, the fate of the Sinnoh region and the entire world hangs in the balance!

Thursday · 17 years ago

49. The Treasure Is All Mine!

When our heroes discover a buried treasure chest in the forest, little do they realize the disaster that waits for them inside it!

Thursday · 16 years ago

50. Mastering Current Events!

On their way to Dawn's next Pokémon Contest in Daybreak Town, our heroes meet an Air Battle Master, who presents Ash's Gliscor with a challenge-and an opportunity!

Thursday · 16 years ago

51. Double-Time Battle Training!

As Dawn prepares for her Double Battle Contest in Daybreak Town, a little help from her friends brings some new and surprising inspiration!

Thursday · 16 years ago

52. A Meteoric Rise to Excellence!

Ash, Dawn, and Brock meet an elderly woman training an Altaria (which Team Rocket wants to steal, of course), while a curious Gible is keeping an eye on everyone!

Thursday · 16 years ago

53. Gotta Get a Gible! Finale

Ash and Barry both want to catch the Gible who's been following them around-and of course Team Rocket has an eye on it as well!

Thursday · 16 years ago

Pokémon Season 12 FAQ

When does Pokémon Season 12 come out?

Pokémon Season 12 premiered Thursday, December 4, 2008 on TV Tokyo.

How many episodes are in Pokémon Season 12?

Pokémon Season 12 has 53 episodes.

Are new episodes of Pokémon Season 12 released weekly?

New episodes are released weekly.

When is the Pokémon Season 12 finale?

The Pokémon Season 12 finale (Episode 53) aired Thursday, December 24, 2009.

How do I get notified when new Pokémon Season 12 episodes are released?

Download the Streambay app and follow Pokémon. You'll get a push notification the moment each new episode is out.

Never miss Pokémon Season 12.

Download Streambay and follow Pokémon. We’ll notify you the moment Season 12 is released, and as each new episode comes out. It’s free, with no sign-up and no personal information required.

Coming soon to App Store Get it on Google Play