Pokémon

10 Best Episodes of Pokémon - Season 17

Join Ash accompanied by his partner Pikachu, as he travels through many regions, meets new friends and faces new challenges on his quest to become a Pokémon Master.

Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 12, 2023.

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#15 - Dreaming a Performer's Dream! (Season 17 - Episode 46)

After a Pancham disrupts a Pokémon Showcase and steals Ash's hat and Clemonts's glasses, Serena battles it with her Fennekin in an attempt to capture it and teach it some manners.

The episode was rated 7.39 from 18 votes.

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#14 - A Rush of Ninja Wisdom! (Season 17 - Episode 17)

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A ninja and his Frogadier agree to help Froakie work on its speed. But will it be enough to slow down Team Rocket?

The episode was rated 7.41 from 34 votes.

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#13 - Seeking Shelter from the Storm! (Season 17 - Episode 14)

A powerful rainstorm brings our heroes to a scary mansion seeking shelter, with an unexpected outcome!

The episode was rated 7.42 from 36 votes.

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#12 - Lumiose City Pursuit! (Season 17 - Episode 2)

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After helping an ailing Pokémon, Ash puts everything he’s got on the line, while an entire city bears witness!

The episode was rated 7.44 from 71 votes.

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#11 - The Bonds of Mega Evolution! (Season 17 - Episode 33)

The group heads into the mountains around Pomace Mountain and meet with Mabel, a flower arranger who has mastered the art of Mega Evolution herself with her Mawile, prompting Korrina to have a friendly match.

The episode was rated 7.45 from 22 votes.

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#10 - Splitting Heirs! (Season 17 - Episode 44)

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Bonnie and Clemont get into a fight after Bonnie wondered off to look for Chespin and when they encounter two brothers and their Meowstic having a rivalry, it gives Clemont a chance to teach Bonnie a lesson.

The episode was rated 7.48 from 23 votes.

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#9 - Kalos, Where Dreams and Adventures Begin! (Season 17 - Episode 1)

Ash and Pikachu have arrived in the Kalos region, and they waste no time building excitement and adventure to a fever pitch!

The episode was rated 7.49 from 87 votes.

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#8 - Showdown at the Shalour Gym! (Season 17 - Episode 43)

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Ash challenges Korrina for the Shalour Gym's Rumble Badge, with his Hawlucha, Fletchinder, and Pikachu facing off against her Mienfoo, Machoke, and Mega Lucario.

The episode was rated 7.52 from 25 votes.

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#7 - A Battle of Aerial Mobility! (Season 17 - Episode 3)

Ash is eager to catch some Kalos Pokémon, and he’s definitely not alone!

The episode was rated 7.52 from 48 votes.

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#6 - A Blustery Santalune Gym Battle! (Season 17 - Episode 5)

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Ash charges into his first Kalos region Gym battle against a tough and talented opponent. Is he ready to nab his first Gym badge?

The episode was rated 7.54 from 46 votes.

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#5 - The Clumsy Crier Quiets the Chaos! (Season 17 - Episode 45)

On their way to Coumarine City, the group goes to a Pokémon Center where Nurse Joy is assisted by a Wigglytuff with bad luck. However, they all soon find themselves having to deal with a Salamence that has gone out of control, and Wigglytuff is the only one who can save Joy.

The episode was rated 7.55 from 22 votes.

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#4 - Foggy Pokémon Orienteering! (Season 17 - Episode 40)

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The summer campers participate in a Pokémon Orienteering stamp rally where they must use their Pokémon to navigate through a course to get stamps at various stations. However, Bonnie and Pikachu get lost in the foggy woods and come across a mysterious Pokémon.

The episode was rated 7.57 from 21 votes.

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#3 - Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike! (Season 17 - Episode 28)

Ash, Serena, and Bonnie must find out who has been impersonating them in the town they have just arrived in.

The episode was rated 7.65 from 26 votes.

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#2 - Battling on Thin Ice! (Season 17 - Episode 6)

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Never one to give up, Ash sets his sights on a rematch with Gym Leader Viola in order to win his first Kalos region Gym badge!

The episode was rated 7.67 from 43 votes.

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#1 - Bonnie for the Defense! (Season 17 - Episode 48)

While walking by herself, Bonnie comes across a group of children who are protecting an injured Lapras from intruders while it rests up before returning to the sea. Bonnie soon joins them in protecting Lapras from Team Rocket.

The episode was rated 7.76 from 17 votes.

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