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  • "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" will feature the character Shadow as the main antagonist, as teased in a recent video clip.
  • Jim Carrey will return as Dr. Robotnik in "Sonic the Hedgehog 3," despite his retirement from acting.
  • The release date for "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" is set for December 20, 2024, indicating increased confidence in the franchise.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is on the way, and there are already exciting updates about the blue speedster's latest adventure. The Sonic franchise has been one of the most famous in gaming history, with the eponymous blue hedgehog rivaling characters like Mario in terms of popularity. Despite a few early hiccups such as the "Ugly Sonic" debacle, Paramount has created a successful cinematic universe, becoming both critically well-received and commercially successful.

Sonic the Hedgehog was released in February 2020 to mostly positive reviews before becoming the highest-grossing video game film adaptation of all time in North America. The success led to the fast production of Sonic the Hedgehog 2, which was released in April 2022. The sequel finds Sonic teaming up with his best friend, Tails, to stop Dr. Robotnik and his new sidekick, Knuckles. Following the release of that film to slightly improved critical and fan reception, speculation began about Sonic the Hedgehog 3. With so much more world to explore from the video game source material, the latest Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie updates promise more fun is on the way.

Sonic The Hedgehog 3: Latest News

The Threequel Wraps Filming

Sonic the Hedgehog 2020 movie redesign poster header

As the movie's release date races closer and closer, the latest news confirms that Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has wrapped filming. In a recent interview, star James Mardsen spoke about the production process on the threequel and revealed that "we just wrapped, actually!" He also went on to praise his co-star Jim Carrey, saying "Jim's just having a ball, he's in his inspiration zone... So it's a joy to watch him have a good time​​​​​​​." With a release date set, and filming wrapped, it's only a matter of time before the first Sonic 3 trailer is dropped.

Jim Carrey had previously announced his "retirement" from acting, but has apparently reversed that decision for the latest Sonic sequel.

Sonic The Hedgehog 3: Release Date

Sonic 3 Arrives In Late 2024

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Ben Schwartz

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is set to be released on December 20, 2024. While the first two movies had success in their first quarter releases in 2020 and 2022 respectively, it seems as though the studio has some increased confidence in the franchise with the third movie getting a holiday release slot.

Sonic The Hedgehog 3: Cast

The New & Returning Stars Of Sonic 3

Though much is still unknown about the cast of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, a lot of the franchise's established players will likely return. As with the first two installments, Ben Schwartz will return to voice the titular character, Sonic the Hedgehog. Alongside him, rounding out the iconic trio will be Colleen O'Shaughnessey as Miles "Tails" Prower and Idris Elba as Knuckles the Echidna. Jim Carrey is officially returning as Dr. Robotnik despite his high-profile retirement from acting. Though the character of Shadow has been teased, the role has not been cast yet.

Alongside Carrey's return, Sonic 3 added a slew of new cast members to its ensemble, including Krysten Ritter and Cristo Fernández. James Wolk, Alyla Browne, Jorma Taccone, and Sofia Pernas will also appear, though Browne is the only actor with an announced role, and she will play Dr. Robotnik's cousin, Maria.

Other expected returning cast members include:

Actor

Sonic The Hedgehog Role

James Marsden

Tom Wachowski

Tika Sumpter

Maddie Wachowski

Adam Pally

Wade Whipple

Natasha Rothwell

Rachel

Lee Majdoub

Agent Stone

Related: Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Character Guide: Every Returning Actor In The Cast

Sonic The Hedgehog 3: Story Details

What Could Happen In Sonic 3?

Sonic 2 after credits scene Shadow

The end of Sonic 2 introduced the game's concept of Super Sonic, which is Sonic powered by the Chaos Emeralds, something that could be further explored in the third film. Also, the film ended with Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles being together as a trio, with Sonic the Hedgehog 3 promising to feature an adventure with all three characters together from the start.

The mid-credits scene of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 introduced one of the more famous game characters: Shadow the Hedgehog. Due to this, Shadow is expected to be used as the main antagonist of Sonic the Hedgehog 3. Shadow's introduction also sets up the further inclusion of other game characters, such as Rouge the Bat, the longtime partner of Shadow in the games, and another antihero.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Logo Poster
Sonic the Hedgehog 3

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is the sequel to the 2022 comedy-adventure movie that featured the Blue Blur and his companions on an adventure to stop Dr. Robotnik from taking over the world. The new film sees the new antagonist Shadow the Hedgehog, arriving to cause trouble for the newly formed trio of heroes, Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles, as they adjust to their earthly lives.

  • Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Logo Poster
    Sonic the Hedgehog 3
    Release Date:
    2024-12-20
    Director:
    Jeff Fowler
    Cast:
    Ben Schwartz, Colleen O'Shaughnessey, Lee Majdoub, Idris Elba, James Marsden, Jim Carrey
    Rating:
    Not Yet Rated
    Genres:
    Action, Adventure, Comedy
    Writers:
    Pat Casey, Josh Miller, John Whittington
    Studio(s):
    Sega Sammy Group, Original Film, Marza Animation Planet, Blur Studio
    Distributor(s):
    Paramount Pictures
    prequel(s):
    Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Sonic the Hedgehog
    Franchise(s):
    Sonic the Hedgehog