Media alert

New Episodes of “Pokémon Horizons: Season 3 - Rising Hope” Arrive on BBC iPlayer

The hit animated series returns as Liko, Roy and Dot continue their quest, encountering new challenges, fresh discoveries and the mysteries of Laqua, a legendary Pokémon paradise.

London, United Kingdom - 20 July 2026 - The Pokémon Company International announced today that the final batch of episodes from the third season of “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” is now available to stream on BBC iPlayer. UK Trainers can also catch new episodes Monday to Thursday at 4:55pm on CBBC.

Racing against the spread of the Strong Spheres, Liko, Roy, and the rest of the Rising Volt Tacklers move to stop Laquium and the Explorers once and for all! But to put their plan in motion, they’ll need to call on the many friends and Pokémon they’ve met throughout their adventures. After coming this far, Liko, Roy, Dot, and Ult aren’t holding back - and with Terastallization, Mega Evolution, and new moves making their Pokémon stronger than ever, their skills and bonds will be put to the ultimate test as they battle for the fate of not just Laqua, but the entire world!

Fans can stream the latest episodes now on BBC iPlayer and revisit every season on demand, making it the perfect time to start the journey from episode one. For more on Pokémon Horizons: The Series, visit Pokemon.co.uk/animation

About The Pokémon Company International
The Pokémon Company International manages the Pokémon property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world. For more information, please visit www.pokemon.co.uk.