Get ready, Sonic fans! The blue blur is sprinting back to theaters with Sonic the Hedgehog 4 scheduled for release on March 19, 2027. That's just two years away, so mark your calendars! According to Variety, Paramount Pictures has set the date, but details on the plot and cast remain under wraps for now.
The decision to continue the franchise is a no-brainer after the success of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which raked in an impressive $218 million domestically and over $420 million worldwide. This makes it the highest-grossing film in the Sonic series, surpassing the first movie's solid $148 million haul. Remember the initial controversy over Sonic's design? It was changed significantly in post-production, and the positive reception clearly shows fans' love for the character.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 also holds the title of the second highest-grossing video game movie in North America, only beaten by the animated Super Mario Bros. Movie. It's a thrilling continuation of the iconic rivalry between Nintendo and Sega, now playing out on the big screen.
The live-action Sonic franchise has grown impressively, now boasting three feature films and a Knuckles streaming TV show spinoff. Based on the beloved Sega video game series, these films follow Sonic, voiced by Ben Schwartz, as he battles his arch-nemesis Dr. Robotnik, portrayed by Jim Carrey. With each installment, more iconic characters from the Sonic universe have been introduced, including Tails (voiced by Colleen O'Shaughnessey) and Knuckles (voiced by Idris Elba). The latest film even brought Shadow the Hedgehog to life, with Keanu Reeves lending his voice to the character.
Sonic 3 has already teased the next character to join the franchise, but we'll keep that under wraps for now. If you're curious, you can dive into our new characters guide at your own risk. Don't forget to check out our Sonic 3 review as well for a deeper dive into the latest adventure of our favorite hedgehog.
