Pokémon: Jirachi - Wish Maker

Pokémon: Jirachi - Wish Maker

Year: 2003

Runtime: 81 mins

Language: Japanese

Director: Kunihiko Yuyama

FamilyScience FictionAnimationAdventureAction

Ash, May, Brock and Max attend the seven‑night Wishing Star Festival when the legendary Jirachi falls from the sky and befriends Max. Jirachi can grant any wish, drawing countless seekers. A man attempts to exploit its power to resurrect the ancient Pokémon Groudon, unaware of the danger hidden in Jirachi’s abilities.

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Timeline & Setting – Pokémon: Jirachi - Wish Maker (2003)

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Time period

Millennium Comet cycle

The events unfold during the Millennium Comet's rare seven-day appearance, a celestial event that returns once every thousand years. During this window, Jirachi's awakening grants wishes and energizes the land. The story follows the group's effort to protect Jirachi and Forina from Butler's ambitions within this cycle.

Location

Forina

Forina is a magical land where Jirachi rests and the Millennium Comet's energy breathes life into the landscape. The wide crater hosts the annual festival that takes place under the comet's seven-day appearance, awakening Jirachi to breathe life into the land. Butler's scheme threatens the balance of Forina as his power-hungry plans drain energy and endanger its inhabitants.

🌌 Fantasy land 🎪 Festival site

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Main Characters – Pokémon: Jirachi - Wish Maker (2003)

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Satoshi (Ash Ketchum), voiced by Rica Matsumoto

A determined, compassionate trainer who leads the group. He coordinates plans to protect Jirachi and Forina, showing quick thinking and courage under pressure. His commitment to friends and sense of responsibility help him rally the team against Butler's schemes.

🎯 Protagonist 🧭 Leader

Haruka (May), voiced by Kaori

An optimistic and energetic presence who keeps the group hopeful. She engages with the festival's charm and supports her friends as danger rises. May's faith in good outcomes inspires others to persevere.

🌸 Optimist 🗺️ Adventurer

Max (Masato), voiced by Fushigi Yamada

A curious, energetic youngster who first hears Jirachi's voice and helps release it. He often acts as the spark that kickstarts important events and shows resilience in the face of danger.

⚡ Energetic 🧩 Curious

Takeshi (Brock), voiced by Yuji Ueda

The steady, reassuring friend who provides practical support and leadership. He helps navigate traps and keeps the group grounded, offering calm guidance during crises.

🧰 Calm 🤝 Supportive

Butler, voiced by Koichi Yamadera

A former Team Magma scientist driven by the desire to resurrect Groudon. His brilliance is matched by his ruthlessness as he bends ethics to seize Jirachi's energy.

🗝️ Ambitious 🗡️ Scheming

Diane, voiced by Riho Makise

Butler's partner who holds the stone sealing Jirachi. She is resolute and becomes a key ally in opposing Butler's plan, showing loyalty to the group and to Jirachi.

🔗 Loyal 🛡️ Protective

Jirachi, voiced by Tomiko Suzuki

The mythical wish-granting Pokémon who awakens with the Millennium Comet. Jirachi guides the heroes and ultimately sacrifices its energy to stop the artificial monster.

🌓 Mythical 🕊️ Guiding

Absol, voiced by Megumi Hayashibara

A vigilant, powerful Pokémon that joins Jirachi in warning the group. Absol acts as a protective ally and symbol of warning against looming danger.

👁️ Protective 🗡️ Warning

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Major Themes – Pokémon: Jirachi - Wish Maker (2003)

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🤝 Friendship

The core of the film hinges on the bond among Ash, May, Max, Brock, and Jirachi as they face danger together. Their teamwork allows them to outsmart traps and protect the sleeping Pokémon. Trust and mutual support grow as they share risks and celebrate small victories. The narrative emphasizes that friendship can sustain hope in the face of a powerful antagonist.

🎯 Obsession

Butler's fixation on reviving Groudon drives the plot and distorts his judgment. His hunger for power pushes him to seize Jirachi's energy at any cost. The pursuit of his goals leads to dangerous traps and near-catastrophic consequences for Forina. The story shows how obsession can erode ethics and endanger the world.

🌍 Environment

Energy from Jirachi sustains Forina's life and magic, making the land feel alive. When Butler's device misuses that energy, the land begins to drain, turning lush areas into barren wasteland. The environment responds to human action, highlighting the fragile balance between power and nature. Restoration follows as the protagonists disrupt the villain's scheme and restore balance.

✨ Wish

The seven-panel charm promises to grant wishes during the comet's appearance, sparking hope and playful magic. The film reveals that wishes carry responsibility and consequences dependent on intent. A candy wish springs from the charm, yet the energy behind it reshapes reality in unexpected ways. The ending reaffirms hope, friendship, and the idea that wishes can come true in meaningful, non-destructive ways.

Last Updated: October 03, 2025 at 14:11

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