Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl Watch Order Guide
Looking for the correct order to watch the Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl series? This guide covers the recommended watch order including sequels, side stories, and related entries.
Why Watch Order Matters
The Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl franchise has 25 entries, making it important to watch them in the right order to fully understand the story, character development, and plot connections between series.
Recommended Watch Order
The following order is recommended for the best viewing experience. This is the chronological order that follows the story timeline:
- Pokémon (sequel)
- Pokémon: The Rise of Darkrai (sequel)
- Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire (sequel)
- Pokémon: Giratina and the Sky Warrior (sequel)
- Pokémon: Arceus and the Jewel of Life (sequel)
- Pokémon: Black & White (sequel)
- Pokémon: Zoroark—Master of Illusions (sequel)
- Pokémon BW: Rival Destinies (sequel)
- Pokémon BW: Adventures in Unova (sequel)
- Pokémon BW: Adventures in Unova and Beyond (sequel)
- Pokémon: The First Movie (side story)
- Pokémon the Movie 2000 (side story)
- Pokémon 3: The Movie (side story)
- Pokémon 4Ever (side story)
- Pokémon Heroes (side story)
- Pokémon: Jirachi Wish Maker (side story)
- Pokémon: Destiny Deoxys (side story)
- Pokémon: Lucario and the Mystery of Mew (side story)
- Pokémon Ranger and the Temple of the Sea (side story)
- Pokémon the Movie: White—Victini and Zekrom (side story)
- Pokémon the Movie: Black—Victini and Reshiram (side story)
- Pokémon the Movie: Kyurem VS. The Sword of Justice (side story)
- Pokémon the Movie: Genesect and the Legend Awakened (side story)
- Pokémon: Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution (side story)
Release Order vs Chronological Order
For first-time viewers, we generally recommend release order as it provides the intended viewing experience designed by the creators. Chronological order is better suited for rewatches when you want to experience the story's timeline linearly.
Tips for New Viewers
- Start with the main series if you're unsure
- Side stories and OVAs can be watched after completing the main storyline
- Movies may or may not be canon — check individual entries for details