List of references to Pokémon in popular culture
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The peak of Pokémon's popularity has left its mark on popular culture. Due to its prominence as the mascot of the franchise, these references frequently feature Pikachu in some form.
- The South Park episode Chinpokomon parodies Pokémon and fad culture in general. The line of toys have additionally made cameos in many subsequent episodes.
- Ling-Ling, one of the main characters of Drawn Together is a direct spoof of Pikachu.During the episode Kenny dies of an epileptic sezure as a reference to Electric Soldier Porygon
- In an episode of Jackie Chan Adventures, a franchise called "Gnomekop" appears, which is, minus the "G", Pokémon spelled backwards. It also uses the slogan "Gotta collect 'em all", similar to Pokémon's Gotta Catch 'em All!
- Robot Chicken has done two sketches spoofing Pokémon.
- Hayate the Combat Butler features references to numerous anime and manga series, including Pokémon. Pikachu has made background cameos, the pet tiger has referenced Pikachu when assuming himself to be the mascot character and in one episode the cast travel on a plane based on ANA Flights.
- The Simpsons has an episode called "Pokey Mom". Pokémon was also referenced in an episode in which the family is watching an episode of Kids Say the Darndest Things.
- Cosby: What do you like to play?
- Child: Pok-ee-mon!
- Cosby: Pok-ee-mon?! With the Pok-ee and the mon and the thing where the guy comes out of the thing...
- Homestar Runner featured a Pikachu in one of their toons titled "The Cheat Theme Song," starring a character who seems to be based off of Pikachu called "The Cheat."
- A Johnny Test episode featured Tinymon, with a Tinydex, boxes that capture creatures, and a character named Blast Ketchup.
- A episode of The Grim Adventures of Billy and Mandy Had trading card game called Hoke mon.When Grim made the cards real the event caused distruction of the city.
