The classic Pokémon anime is set to debut on Hulu and Disney Plus in just two weeks.

Pokémon: Indigo League, the beloved original series of the Pokémon anime, has been available on Netflix since 2014, featuring all 52 episodes of its first season. Starting Friday, August 7, fans can also catch this iconic season on Hulu and Disney Plus.

This season chronicles Ash’s adventures as he forms a bond with Pikachu, despite the little electric mouse’s initial reluctance. As Ash journeys through the Kanto region, he meets lifelong friends Brock and Misty and captures a variety of legendary Pokémon, including Charmander (who eventually evolves into Charizard), Squirtle, and Pidgeotto. It’s packed with memorable episodes like “Bye-Bye Butterfree,” “Battle Aboard the St. Anne,” and “Here Comes the Squirtle Squad.”

Here’s a nostalgic summary of the season:

It’s Ash Ketchum’s tenth birthday, and he’s eager to embark on the journey that many kids in the Kanto region dream of—becoming a Pokémon Trainer! However, things take an unexpected turn when he ends up with a Pikachu instead of a typical starter Pokémon, and earning Gym Badges proves to be more challenging than he anticipated. Fortunately, he has former Gym Leaders Brock and Misty by his side, along with a host of new Pokémon companions like Bulbasaur, Squirtle, and Charmander.

For those looking to binge-watch every episode of the Pokémon anime, the Pokémon TV YouTube channel is your best option. It features all episodes from the earlier seasons, extending through to season nine. This means you can enjoy the Kanto arc of Pokémon: Indigo League, as well as the Orange League and Johto storylines.

If you prefer classic television, Pokémon: Indigo League will also be airing on Disney XD, kicking off with an all-day marathon at 9 a.m. ET on Thursday, August 6. After that, episodes will air every weekday at 2:30 p.m. and on weekends at 8 a.m., starting Monday, August 10.

Liko, Roy, and their friends will be returning to Netflix soon.

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