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Pokémon De Film: Mewtwo tegen Mew (Netherlands VHS)

Dutch VHS copy of Pokémon: The First Movie titled 'Pokémon De Film: Mewtwo tegen Mew' in a white clamshell case. - view 1
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Estimated value

$15 - $60

Rarity

Average(4/10)

Category

Toys & Games

Brand

Warner Bros.

Era

Circa 2000

Origin

🇳🇱 Netherlands

Authenticity

Very High(90%)
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PLAY & PROVENANCE: POKÉMON DE FILM: MEWTWO TEGEN MEW (NETHERLANDS VHS)

A Dutch-language PAL release of Pokémon: The First Movie on VHS. The cover features the iconic clash between Mewtwo and Mew, with Pikachu in the foreground. This specific edition is notable for the prominent yellow 'STRIKER' sticker on the front, advertising the inclusion of an exclusive Mewtwo trading card. The tape is housed in a white clamshell case typical of European Warner Bros. Home Video releases from the late 90s and early 2000s.

PLAY ACROSS BORDERS

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese Media MixLate 1990s

The strategy of releasing a movie with an exclusive physical collectible (trading card) to drive sales across different media.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

  • •The 'Video-Avond' (Video Night) ritual common in Dutch households during the pre-streaming era.

Meaning Through Time

2000

The ultimate state-of-the-art home entertainment for a child.

2026

A nostalgic totem for 'Millennials,' valued more for its cover art and memories than its playback utility.

PLAY & PROVENANCE

Released at the height of 'Pokémania,' this film was a massive cultural event. While the film debuted in Japan in 1998, the Dutch home video release followed the international rollout in 2000. In the Netherlands, the film was localized (dubbed) for the domestic market, distributed by Warner Bros. ...
Released at the height of 'Pokémania,' this film was a massive cultural event. While the film debuted in Japan in 1998, the Dutch home video release followed the international rollout in 2000. In the Netherlands, the film was localized (dubbed) for the domestic market, distributed by Warner Bros. under their Family Entertainment banner. The inclusion of the 'Ancient Mew' or 'Mewtwo' promo cards with movie tickets and home video releases created a frenzy that remains a core memory for many 90s children.

TOY BOX TRIVIA

1

The Dutch release was distributed by 'Warner Home Video (Benelux) B.V.', catering specifically to the Netherlands, Belgium, and Luxembourg markets.

2

Early copies often included a 'Mewtwo' Black Star Promo or 'Ancient Mew' card; however, if the sticker is present but the tape is open, the card is frequently missing, which significantly impacts collector value.

BUILD & FINISH

Surface

Glossy paper insert under a clear plastic sleeve on a white poly-plastic clamshell case; the tape itself is matte black ABS plastic with a holographic security label.

Weight & Feel

Standard VHS weight, approximately 200-250 grams, feeling light but sturdy within its protective clamshell.

Condition

Minor edge wear on the paper insert and light scuffing on the plastic case. The 'Aankoopbewijs' (proof of purchase) sticker is still present on the tape reel, which collectors appreciate as a sign of authenticity.

HOW SCARCE IS IT?

Average55-70%
CommonLegendary

Typical antique shop fare. Requires some searching but regularly available. This is where most genuine antiques fall.

Typical Characteristics

  • Standard antique shop items
  • Regularly available
  • Moderate collector interest

Confidence Factors

  • Standard period-correct Warner Bros. Benelux branding
  • Correct localized Dutch 'AL' (Alle Leeftijden) age rating logo
  • Holographic security sticker visible on the VHS cassette label
How does authenticity detection work?

TOY SPECIALIST'S TAKE

Toy Historian & Collector-Dealer

Toy Specialist

Identification is near-certain due to the presence of all localized Dutch branding, clear logos, and period-accurate packaging. Uncertainty only exists regarding whether the internal promo card is still present.

KEY EVIDENCE

  • 1Localized Dutch title 'Mewtwo tegen Mew' on the cover art.
  • 2Presence of the Dutch 'Kijkwijzer' age rating logo (AL - Alle Leeftijden).
  • 3Warner Home Video (Benelux) B.V. copyright notice on the back and tape label.
  • 4Promo sticker referencing the 'Exclusieve Mewtwo Trading Card'.
  • 5Standard European white clamshell case, distinct from US black slipcovers.

UNCERTAINTIES

  • •The promo sticker is present, but the physical card is not shown; for a specialist, the 'value' resides heavily in that missing card.

WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY

  • →Open the case to check for the promotional Mewtwo trading card mentioned on the front sticker.
  • →Check if the tape has been rewound; collectors often value 'rewound' tapes higher for preservation.
  • →Look for the original Dutch pamphlet or promotional 'Family Fun' insert shown in the third image.

TOY MARKET VALUE

$15 - $60

Updated: Mar 17, 2026

  • Market comparables from auctions & retail
  • Condition, completeness & craftsmanship
  • Current collector demand & trends
  • Low = quick sale, high = patient seller

For informational purposes only, not a formal appraisal.

CONTEXT ANALYSIS

How your provided context compares with Curiosa.com scanner findings.

What Aligned

  • User stated 'Amerika vertaalt naar Nederlands' - the item is indeed the Dutch-dubbed translation of the US/Japanese film.
  • User stated '1997' - while the '97 copyright on the back refers to the franchise origin, the package design aligns with the late 90s/early 2000s release window.
  • User's 'Minor wear' assessment perfectly matches the light shelf wear visible on the case edges.

What Conflicted

  • User stated 'Disney Nederlands' - visual evidence confirms 'Warner Bros. Family Entertainment' as the distributor, which is correct for Pokémon movies of this era.

FROM THE CABINET OF

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Rene

Fellow Collector•44 items

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