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Magic: The Gathering has collaborated with numerous IPs this year. First, there was the announcement of Marvel's Spider-Man; next was a limited SpongeBob SquarePants drop, which featured existing cards in the style of the iconic cartoon, followed by a Final Fantasy release. And this November, it was announced that Avatar: The Last Airbender will have its own drop. But this July, another brand will dash its way to the Magic: The Gathering universe. The world of Sonic The Hedgehogwill all be transformed into trading cards in an upcoming Secret Lair Superdrop.

According to the official Magic: The Gathering website, Sonic the Hedgehog and his friends are speeding into the Mtg universe with three new Secret Lair sets, each featuring seven cards inspired by the iconic Sega franchise. The first set, "Secret Lair X Sonic: Friends & Foes," features cards of beloved characters, including Sonic, Tails, Dr. Eggman, and Shadow, with...

New concept art imagines Jim Carrey as Sonic the Hedgehog, and... Well, there's hair, and flesh, and teeth. It's grotesque. Carrey has played absurd characters before but this one takes the cake.

One artist went above and beyond in transforming Jim Carrey into Sonic. It's easy to imagine Carrey as the voice of the blue hedgehog, and now fans won't have to wonder what the live-action counterpart would look like. Instagram user isaiasarts has a knack for "fleshing out" animated characters, literally; he takes stills of popular scenes from The Simpsons or SpongeBob SquarePants, and then reforms these using Adobe Photoshop. Carrey's Sonic looks like a horribly gone wrong experiment, however, much more absurd than The Grinch or The Mask.

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Carrey went all-out with the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise; he played two unique characters in the third film and even served as artistic consultant.

While some anime characters amaze viewers with superhuman feats of strength or intellect, sheer speed is one of the most entertaining and impressive physical feats of all. Plenty of anime characters push their mobility to the limit, moving faster than the eye can see to give themselves a serious edge in battle. Being too fast to hit is the best armor of all, most of all for characters who can keep pace with or even surpass the famed Sonic the Hedgehog.

Sonic is one quick character, but even he would fall behind when racing certain anime characters who have become speed incarnate. Some of those characters employ their dazzling speed in short bursts, such as ultra-rapid punches or leaps, while others can cross a long distance and maintain their unbelievable speed for quite some time. Some of those quick-moving characters pair their speed with astonishing strength as well, making them nigh-unbeatable in battle.

DC Comics and Sega of America have shared a first look at the cover art and interior pages for DC x Sonic the Hedgehog #1, along with the covers for the following three issues.

In case the title doesn't make it clear, the upcoming comic book series will see DC's Justice League team up with characters from the Sonic the Hedgehog Universe.

In DC x Sonic the Hedgehog, by writer Ian Flynn and artist Adam Bryce Thomas, the Justice League will meet Sonic and friends to kick off an all-new, five-issue comic book series. The comic features an unprecedented crossover event where the Justice League and Team Sonic must unite to save their worlds from a major threat.

DC x Sonic the Hedgehog #1 by Flynn, Thomas, and colorist Matt Herms will be reelased on March 19, with a cover by Pablo M. Collar and a variant cover by Ethan Young.

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When Shrek 5 was first announced, the fan base went absolutely wild at the prospect of the beloved green ogre returning to our screens one more time. But when the first teaser for Shrek 5 was revealed, all of that optimism quickly shifted to horror. Shrek, Fiona, their daughter Felicia, Donkey, and Pinocchio have all been redesigned with "upgraded" animation, and fans have rallied against the new look, questioning why DreamWorks felt the need to alter the already beloved designs. And now Sonic the Hedgehog is joining the chorus on social media with a post targeting the newly redesigned Shrek.

One studio that knows a thing or two about fan backlash to character designs is Paramount, which altered the look of Sonic the Hedgehog's eponymous hero after fans fought against the initial "realistic" design, swapping it for something more video-game accurate. Now, with Shrek 5 on the chopping block,...

Gerard Butler says the upcoming live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon will be scarier than the animated counterpart, but in a good way and not in the uncanny valley horrific way that the original Sonic the Hedgehog design was. After Disney turned their animated classics into live-action blockbusters, DreamWorks Animation is now getting in on the action with a remake of How to Train Your Dragon. While the movie certainly looks to go for a different tone than the original film, original co-director and later solo director on the two sequels Dean Debois will return to direct the live-action movie with Gerard Butler reprising his role as Stoick the Vast.

While speaking with The Direct, Butler spoke about how the live-action How to Train Your Dragon will differ from the original animated film:

"I made three of those movies over many years, and I always wondered, I love the animated movies,...

Sonic the Hedgehog 3's post-credits scene contained a subtle nod to The Terminator, a reference that teases a major story element in the fourth movie. The story of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 follows Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles as they go up against a new adversary in the form of Shadow, a black-and-red hedgehog intent on destroying the world. The film has become a global success at the box office, while also earning an 87% from critics on Rotten Tomatoes as of writing. Some of this praise includes acclaim for its ending and post-credits scenes.

The end of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 sees Shadow working with Sonic to stop Gerald Robotnik from destroying the world with the Eclipse Cannon. Following the Ultimate Lifeform's apparent sacrifice, alongside that of Dr. Eggman, Team Sonic celebrate their victory with a family race. This leads into Sonic the Hedgehog 3's post-credits scene, where the...

Believe it or not, Sonic the Hedgehog does have a father, and he's a far cry from what most fans would picture. This long-forgotten character has been cast aside over the years, but he made his debut in Archie Comics' continuity of the series and left a strong impression on readers. Even today, while he hasn't made an appearance in some time, Sonic's dad remains a fascinating figure from the franchise's history.

Sonic the Hedgehog #192 features a story titled "Father and Son", written by Ian Flynn with art by Jon Gray, in which Scourge the Hedgehog breaks into Sonic's house to kill him but finds a robot instead. Scourge initially mistakes him for a Metal Sonic, only for the robot to reveal that he is Sonic's father.

The father of Sonic being a robot comes as a major surprise, yet his encounter with Scourge solidifies him as the perfect...

It took a couple of decades, but Sonic is not only back to his 90s popularity, but he is arguably more valuable than ever before. The Sonic the Hedgehog movies have been surprise hits for Sega and Paramount. The latest movie introduced the popular character, Shadow the Hedgehog, and Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has earned $340 million.

A Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is on the way, and it’s already been revealed that two more popular characters, Metal Sonic and Amy the Hedgehog, are joining the cast. Sonic the Hedgehog has built up a colorful cast of anthropomorphic characters to add to its movie roster from its many games, comics, and shows. It’s clear the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise isn’t going anywhere, so Sonic fans are wondering which character will make an appearance in the future.

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Metal Sonic was finally introduced in the post-credits scene of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and here are five theories about the character's origins and who created him. Metal Sonic seems to be the villain of Sonic the Hedgehog 4, with Sonic the Hedgehog 3's post-credits scene showing off an army of Metal Sonics as well as featuring the debut of Amy Rose. However, Metal Sonic's robotic nature means that he had to be created by someone. So, here are the five best theories as to where Metal Sonic will come from in Sonic the Hedgehog 4.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 continued the live-action movie series' trend of introducing new characters in post-credits scenes, with the third film actually introducing two. After accidentally running all the way to New York, Sonic finds himself being attacked by a robotic version of himself. Things...

Dragon Ball fans made a major discovery regarding Super Saiyan 3 Vegeta online. An artbook showcasing early designs by the late Akira Toriyama reveals that the character is based on concept art for the fan-favorite form.

Dragon Ball Daima Episode 12 officially introduced Super Saiyan 3 Vegeta in the mainline series. Since the episode’s airing on Dec. 27, 2024, fans have discovered that Vegeta’s design strongly resembles the Super Saiyan 3 concept art by the late Akira Toriyama. These designs were published in Dragon Ball: Super History Book, a 30th-anniversary art book celebrating the franchise with official artwork and interviews.

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Warning: Spoilers for Sonic the Hedgehog #75

Most Sonic the Hedgehog fans would consider Shadow to be his greatest rival, and with good reason. After all, ever since Shadow's debut in 2001, the two have been butting heads at every turn to prove which of them is the fastest hedgehog around. However, Shadow may be the popular choice, but he isn't the best one. Sonic has another rival who's a far better match for him than Shadow, and their latest interaction just proved it.

In Sonic the Hedgehog #75 by Evan Stanley and Min Ho Kim, when the Resistance's ship plummets towards Restoration HQ, Sonic prevents the inhabitants' deaths by rushing them all out of the building at super-speed. To accomplish this task, he enlists Jet the Hawk's help, turning it into a race as motivation.

Sonic and Jet save lives at high speed while exchanging taunts back and forth, and once they've succeeded,...

Warning! Spoilers for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 ahead!

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 left out an essential detail regarding Shadow's story, hinting that this character could end up with his own spinoff movie. This morally complicated hedgehog was an exciting feature of the threequel, especially since he was voiced by the highly requested Keanu Reeves. Sonic 3 delivered on all it had promised in this sense, as it introduced the key details of Shadow's story. Audiences learned about all Gerald Robotnik as well as Shadow's heartwarming but tragic friendship with Maria. Sonic the Hedgehog also dove into the consequences of Maria's death, but something was missing.

In Sonic the Hedgehog 3, it's revealed that Shadow was created by Gerald Robotnik, Dr. Eggman's grandfather, as part of the Gun-developed Project Shadow. He was meant to be the supreme being—a potential weapon and key to immortality. However, there was more to Shadow than just this.

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The following contains spoilers for Sonic the Hedgehog 3, in theaters now.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is set to be the movie series' biggest success yet, with the new film putting fan-favorite character Shadow the Hedgehog on the big screen. A sequel has already been announced, with Sonic the Hedgehog 4 going to feature two major hedgehogs from the games. In doing so, it might adapt one of the best classic titles in the Sonic franchise.

Sonic CD is well-known for its time-traveling gimmick and its incredible house and 1990s R&b-inspired soundtrack in the Japanese release, with the title also introducing both Amy Rose and Metal Sonic. Those two appear in a post-credits scene in Sonic the Hedgehog 3,...

Paramount could’ve almost ruined one of their best franchises with a small mistake at the beginning. While adapting Sega Games’ popular character Sonic the Hedgehog, the studio initially went for a more realistic design. It looked awful and nothing like the adorable character from the video games. A little design change later, Sonic the Hedgehog looked more like its video game counterpart.

A still from Sonic the Hedgehog | Credits: Paramount Pictures

It was truly a make-or-break moment for the character and the film. Interestingly, all the studio needed to spend was just $5 million in extra costs for the design change. It should be considered a huge win, given how Warner Bros. spent $25 million for the horrible work of removing Henry Cavill’s mustache in Justice League.

Paramount spent $5 million in course correction that made Sonic the Hedgehog a huge hit The old design of Sonic the Hedgehog that fans...

Warning: This article contains spoilers for Sonic the Hedgehog 3.One of the biggest movies of 2024, even though the year has been filled with major hits, is Sonic the Hedgehog 3, the latest film in the hugely popular Sonic cinematic franchise. The film has been very well received, with the highest Rotten Tomatoes score in the whole Sonic live-action series, and audience scores that reflect how beloved the movies have become. The film's status has been heavily bolstered by Sonic 3's amazing cast, with another standout performance by Jim Carrey, this time playing dual roles as Gerald and Ivo Robotnik.

Gerald Robotnik is a character from Sonic Adventure 2, the game that Sonic 3 is based on. Even though he plays very different roles in the video game and film, he has always been an integral part of Shadow the Hedgehog's origin story. However, in Sonic Adventure 2, Gerald is long dead by the...

Paramount's Sonic the Hedgehog franchise premiered in 2020 and, shockingly, it has only gotten better. With a brand-new installment, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, out in theaters, its Rotten Tomatoes score has set a new trilogy record.

The films are based on the popular Sega video game series and star James Marsden, Ben Schwartz, and Jim Carrey, with Jeff Fowler at the helm and Pat Casey, Josh Miller, and Josh Whittington penning the script. The trilogy has received mostly positive reviews from critics, but it has been a hit with the audience. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 holds a near-perfect audience score on Rotten Tomatoes, with a Verified Hot 98% badge, leading to a new trilogy record.

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Sonic the Hedgehog is speeding into the DC Universe to team up with the Justice League in an exciting new crossover event that fans of both worlds will love. While DC is known for crossovers—like when Superman fought Rick Sanchez—this one promises to be even more thrilling, as Sonic and his friends join forces with DC’s top heroes for an unforgettable adventure.

The official preview of this crossover will appear in DC’s March 2025 releases, giving fans their first glimpse of Sonic’s adventure with the Justice League. Ian Flynn and Adam Bryce Thomas, who are well-known for their work on the Sonic comics at Idw Publishing, are back to bring this epic team-up to life.

In this miniseries, Darkseid will invade Sonic’s world and attack him and his friends. Fortunately, Sonic will get help from the Justice League. Sonic, Shadow, and others will team up...

Sonic the Hedgehog is getting ready to race into the DC Universe as he joins the Justice League, kicking off a crossover event that fans of both franchises can celebrate. DC Comics is no stranger to crossovers - Superman has even fought Rick Sanchez before - but this one might be the most daring yet, because Sonic and his friends are about to embark on an unforgettable adventure with DC's greatest superheroes.

In DC's March 2025 solicitations, the first official look at Sonic's crossover with the Justice League has been unveiled. Ian Flynn and Adam Bryce Thomas, known for their impressive work on Idw Publishing's Sonic the Hedgehog comics, return to bring this highly anticipated team-up to life.

DC X Sonic The Hedgehog #1 (2025)

Release Date:

March 19th, 2025

Writer:

Ian Flynn

Artist:

Adam Bryce Thomas

Cover Artist:

Pablo M. Collar

Variant Covers:

Ethan Young, Thomas Kruckenberg

It’s a crossover event unlike any other!

The box office race between Disney prequel "Mufasa: The Lion King" and Paramount sequel "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" has only just begun, but it's not too early to call a winner. With opening weekend estimates in for both movies, "Sonic 3" is on track for first place with a $70.5 million debut, and "Mufasa" is trailing in a distant second place with $35 million, per The Wrap.

Widening the gap even further is the fact that "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" was made for a relatively conservative budget of $122 million, while "Mufasa: The Lion King" cost north of $200 million. Directed by Barry Jenkins, the Disney movie was put into production following the success of Jon Favreau's 2019 "live-action" remake "The Lion King," which retold the story of the animated classic using near-photorealistic lions. Though "The Lion King" 2019 was a box office hit -- grossing $191 million in its opening weekend, and more than $1.66 billion globally...

Includes Massive Spoilers for Sonic the Hedgehog 3!

Sonic and Shadow face off in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, requiring a breakdown of their comparative powers in the film franchise. The two hedgehogs have done battle many times before, from various video games to the Sonic X anime to comic book adaptations, making it all the more exciting to see the pair go head-to-head on the big screen. Sonic the Hedgehog 3's cast includes Ben Schwartz reprising his role as the titular blue hedgehog, with Keanu Reeves lending his star power as the brooding Shadow.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3's story is centered around Shadow's discovery. His origin story is drawn almost directly from Sonic Adventure 2, the first video game he appeared in, where he was discovered by G.U.N. and kept in a lab for multiple decades before the main narrative's events. Shadow is considered the "Ultimate Life Form,...

Warning: Contains Spoilers for the Sonic the Hedgehog series!

The world of the live-action Sonic the Hedgehog movie series has grown massively over the course of its three movies and one spin-off TV show, so here is a full breakdown of the complete Sonic the Hedgehog timeline. The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise has told similar stories in a lot of different ways throughout its various video game, TV show, and comic book timelines, meaning that the canon status of any event is a bit murky. This is still the case for Paramount's live-action Sonic the Hedgehog movie series, so here is everything you need to know, explained.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is on the way, and the film is set to be even bigger than the previous Sonic the Hedgehog live-action projects, with it finally adapting the story of Sonic Adventure 2. The introduction of Gerald Robotnik, Shadow the Hedgehog,...

In its 40 years of rolling out, the Transformers franchise has taken many forms and disguises. Now, the Hasbro brand has "gotta go fast" with a speedy Sega collaboration featuring the fastest platforming mascot.

The Transformers X Sonic collaboration features two new figures based on Sonic the Hedgehog and his two-tailed sidekick, Tails. Transforming into vehicles derived from the video game series, the recently-announced mashup is the latest such crossover from Transformers. The announcement comes as the 40th anniversary of Transformers is at an end, all while Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is on the way to theaters.

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A new video for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 shows Jim Carrey dancing with himself as his two Sonic universe characters. Carrey is known for playing the live-action character Ivo Robotnik in the Sonic franchise films. This Sega adaptation series will soon continue with the December 20 release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which will reunite Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails while also introducing the character of Shadow to this Sonic trilogy. In addition to Carrey, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 features a leading cast including Ben Schwartz, Colleen O'Shaughnessey, Idris Elba, Keanu Reeves, Tika Sumpter, Tom Butler, Alyla Browne, and James Marsden.

A new music video from Jelly Roll shows a look at Dr. Robotnik and other key Sonic the Hedgehog 3 characters.

As Jelly Roll sings the song "Run It," the video begins by showing a look at Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails. Shots of these CGI characters are shown within a live-action environment,...

Disney is releasing Mufasa: The Lion King in December and it’s starting to look like it will get beaten at the box office by Sonic 3. Both films open on the same day, December 20, 2024.

Disney has a live-action problem. With each film, its returns dwindle, and now the unthinkable may happen. According to early pre-ticket sales, a “Lion King” film could be beaten by a video game hedgehog. Of course, pre-ticket sales do not mean final numbers.

Fans are seemingly checking out from Disney’s endless live-action reimaginings of popular animated films. While “Lilo and Stitch” may still do well, it looks increasingly like “Snow White” will not. “The Little Mermaid” was heavily marketed, and it did not make much money after expenses.

It doesn’t help that fans feel the new “Mufasa: The Lion King” is “retconning” the original “Lion King” film by making Mufasa an orphan. In the original film,...

Disney has officially unveiled the first Lilo & Stitch teaser online, and it's exactly what fans had hoped it would be. Starring Chris Sanders reprising his voice role as Stitch, and franchise newcomer Maia Kealoha as Lilo, the upcoming remake is set to reimagine the beloved animated classic for modern audiences. The first footage unveils everyone's favorite blue creature at the beach, leaning into his "destructive tendencies" in a loose homage to the original Lilo & Stitch.

The Lilo & Stitch teaser released online ahead of Moana 2 heading to theaters later this week. The 30-second trailer includes Stitch acting out his best Godzilla impression and destroying a line of detailed sandcastles on the beach. Although the footage is missing one-half of the movie's title, it gives fans the best look at the visual style and overall vibe of the film. It's hard not to love how Stitch looks in "live-action,...

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is right around the corner, and with it comes the introduction of a fan favorite character, Shadow the Hedgehog. Before Shadow was introduced, there were hints suggesting his arrival, and fans believe they may have spotted similar clues for another key character in the franchise.

A post on X, formerly known as Twitter, pointed out that Doctor Maddie Wachowskis outfit in the promotional material for the upcoming film was bright pink, which suggests that the next character to be introduced to the Sonic Cinematic Universe will be Amy Rose. The reason Maddies outfit could be a hint towards Amy the Hedgehogs introduction is that her outfits in the first two films were color coded to match the arrival of Tails and Shadow. In the first Sonic the Hedgehog, she wore yellow and blue, and Tails was introduced in the after-credits scene. In Sonic the Hedgehog 2,...

This holiday season, Sonic the Hedgehog will make his big-screen comeback in his most exciting adventure to date. According to the movie’s synopsis, Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails team up to battle Shadow, a formidable new foe who possesses powers unlike anything they have ever encountered.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is hitting the theatres on December 20, 2024. | Credit: Paramount Pictures.

In order to stop Shadow and save the planet, Team Sonic must find an unlikely alliance because their skills are completely outmatched. In the new film, Ben Schwartz reprises his role as Sonic the Hedgehog, Colleen O’Shaughnessey plays Miles “Tails” Prower, and Idris Elba plays Knuckles the Echidna. However, the whole anticipation is revolving around Shadow.

Shadow Will be Voiced by the Power Duo of Cyberpunk 2077 in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Johnny Silverhand in Cyberpunk 2077 was voiced by the power duo behind Shadow. | Credit: CD Projekt Red.

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Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has already teased its exciting post-credits scene, but this pattern is actually setting up a major problem for the franchise's future. The Sonic the Hedgehog movies have surprisingly become known for their post-credits scenes, with both of the movies that have been released so far featuring post-credits scenes that show off exciting new characters. It has already been confirmed that Sonic the Hedgehog 3's post-credits scene will be doing something similar, but this could end up creating an issue that the live-action movie series won't be able to fix.

Sonic the Hedgehog director Jeff Fowler talked with EW ahead of the release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and the director had some interesting things to say about the third film's ending. Fowler has already confirmed that the ending of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 will reveal another massive character, with this new character potentially playing a...

It has already been confirmed that a secret character will be appearing at the end of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and here are the 10 biggest theories for who it could be. After Tails was introduced in the post-credits scene of Sonic the Hedgehog and Shadow was introduced in the post-credits scene of Sonic the Hedgehog 2, it wasn't a stretch to assume that the third movie would continue this trend. Luckily, there has already been confirmation that a secret character will be appearing at the end of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and there are tons of options.

Sonic the Hedgehog director Jeff Fowler recently talked to EW about the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and the filmmaker made some interesting comments regarding the end of the third film. Although the movie isn't out yet, Fowler has already confirmed that Sonic the Hedgehog 3 will feature another new character in the...

2024 is gearing up to be the biggest year ever for the fan favorite Sonic the Hedgehog character, Shadow the Hedgehog. The recognizable and iconic anti-hero has been competing with his blue counterpart since 2001, when he was created for Sonic Adventure 2. Since then, Shadow The Hedgehog has expanded his story and appeared in games, shows, and other media across the franchise, including his own divisive spinoff video game, and has evolved into one of Sega's most popular characters.

This year, Shadow, known as the ultimate lifeform, will lead a new platforming experience from the Sonic Team alongside his titular rival in Shadow Generations, a parallel story bundled with a new remaster of the commercially successful Sonic Generations. A couple of months later, the powerful hedgehog will make his big screen debut in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, voiced by none other than iconic action star Keanu Reeves.

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As we draw closer to the release date, anticipation is building for the upcoming theatrical debut of Sonic the Hedgehog 3. The eponymous blue blur, Sonic the Hedgehog (Ben Schwartz), and his friends face a new threat in the upcoming sequel, the Ultimate Life Form, Shadow the Hedgehog (Keanu Reeves). Shadow is already one of the franchise's most popular characters, who even starred in one of his own self-titled video games, and the Sonic film series chose the perfect foil for Team Sonic in the third movie. Shadow the Hedgehog's arrival signals that Sonic 3 will be a cinematic event for fans of the franchise.

Shadow the Hedgehog is set to appear in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and it might show if Shadow is faster than Sonic and Knuckles. Although Shadow has only had a few seconds of screentime in the Sonic movies so far, he is the main villain of Sonic 3, with his powerful abilities making him a massive threat to the titular blue blur. By looking at Shadow's history in the games, comics, and other Sonic-related media, it can be guessed how powerful Shadow will be in Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

Shadow is the product of Project Shadow, an experiment put on by Gerald Robotnik in an attempt to discover immortality.

Shadow is one of the Sonic franchise's most iconic characters, with the edgy antihero being a series staple since his first appearance in Sonic Adventure 2. Shadow is the product of Project Shadow, an experiment put on by Gerald Robotnik in an attempt to discover immortality.

Sonic fans can look forward to Shadow's return, third movie, and classic games in 2024. Memorable quotes from Sonic games highlight Sonic's heroic nature and catchy catchphrases. Sonic's depth as a character shines through in moments of compassion and bravery in various games.

Sonic the Hedgehog fans have plenty to look forward to in 2024. With Shadow the Hedgehog returning with both Classic and Modern Sonic in Sonic X Shadow Generations and the third movie due to release in December, fans are quite literally drowning in content, like the blue menace himself without a life jacket. Sonic the Hedgehog 2, which only recently lost the title of highest-grossing video-game movie domestically to The Super Mario Bros. Movie, greatly expanded the Sonic fanbase in a way that could only be done with the production of the hit family flicks.

In the meantime, fans have gone back to play some of their favorite Sonic games,...

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 must change the franchise formula to avoid disappointment among fans of the Sega video game series. The upcoming film needs to focus on Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles as an ensemble cast rather than just Sonic alone. Giving equal focus to all three main characters will not only benefit the heroes but also allow for more development of the new antagonist, Shadow.

If Sonic the Hedgehog 3 wants to succeed, it needs to change the franchise formula in a big way to avoid a major disappointment. The first two live-action Sonic the Hedgehog movies have been received well by fans of the Sega video game franchise, with it being mostly faithful to the elements that matter. However, the Sonic the Hedgehog movies have had a problem with balancing their fairly large casts, and if the upcoming third film wants to be better than its predecessors, then Sonic the Hedgehog 3...

I think Tails should have a bigger role in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, after being sidelined during the second half of Sonic the Hedgehog 2. Tails' technological skills could be crucial in the upcoming sequel, with him potentially learning how to control Space Colony Ark in the process. Tails' role could further develop in future Sonic movies as they face new threats that require his intelligence to take down.

Even though Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is going to be focused on introducing Shadow to the movie universe, I hope it can also give one character a bigger role after he was sidelined in the previous movie. The upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is shaping up to be an exciting installment in the growing series, finally putting Shadow in the spotlight. I'm excited to see an expanded number of Sonic the Hedgehog characters in the movies, slowly transforming the big screen...

Beverly Hills Cop and Shrek star Eddie Murphy once voiced the beloved 70s cartoon crimefighter Hong Kong Phooey, and test footage from the ill-fated live-action adaptation of the iconic Hanna-Barbera series has now resurfaced. Murphy, who is no stranger to voicing animated characters thanks to the likes of Donkey and Mulans Mushu the dragon, was cast as the live action Hong Kong Phooey back in 2011, with the project intending to use the same technique as Sonic the Hedgehog, realizing a CGI character in the real-world.

Produced by Hanna-Barbera Productions and originally broadcast on ABC, Hong Kong Phooey took advantage of the huge popularity that martial arts, kung fu, and movies from Hong Kong saw during the 1970s in Hollywood. The live action outing would have been based on the cult classic cartoon series, which introduces audiences to a mild-mannered dog named Penrod "Penry" Pooch, who works as a janitor at the local police station.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 faces pressure to get Shadow's character right, just like Sonic the Hedgehog 2 faced high expectations with Knuckles. The franchise's impressive characterization of Knuckles inspires confidence that it will handle Shadow the Hedgehog's introduction with care. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 must find a way to differentiate Shadow's story from Knuckles' to keep things fresh, despite several inevitable similarities.

There's a lot of pressure for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 to nail Shadow's character, but Paramount's previous movies already prove that they'll do the villain justice. Paramount's Sonic the Hedgehog cinematic universe has seen massive success since the first movie's debut, with both films becoming the highest-grossing video game movie in North America at the time of their release. And although The Super Mario Bros. Movie has taken that title since, the Sonic movies remain solid adaptations of the beloved video games they're based on.

Even with...

Sonic the Hedgehog is one of the most iconic characters in video game history. He's headlined multiple video games and his own movie series, with the final installment set to release in theaters this year. But he's also been a star in animated series, including Sonic X and Sonic Prime on Netflix. Sonic fans might remember that at the height of his popularity, the Blue Blur was the focus of two different animated series: Sonic the Hedgehog (1993) and Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog. Not only did these two series have wildly different plots, but they sprung into existence due to failed plans to get a Sonic cartoon into syndication.

Ben Schwartz, the comedic actor who plays Sonic the Hedgehog in the live-action/animated Paramount movies, believes fans wont be disappointed by the introduction of Shadow the Hedgehog. The former Parks and Recreation actor says the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie will do the edgy hedgehog justice.

In a recent interview with Screen Rant, Schwartz acknowledged the high expectations fans have for the official live-action introduction of Shadow the Hedgehog, who will reportedly be played by John Wick and Matrix actor Keanu Reeves. However, he says fans will feel taken care of when they finally see Shadow on the big screen this year. I love the intro to him in this film, and I think fans are going to be excited, Schwartz said. And I think fans understand how much we care about them, think about how much we changed the film from the response to the first trailer,...

Following the release of Knuckles on Paramount+, speculation started to swirl about the Sonic The Hedgehog character getting a movie after this year's Sonic 3. 

Paramount's Sonic cinematic universe continues to expand following two big-screen blockbusters (2020's Sonic 1 and 2022's Sonic 2). The studio's latest stab at Sega's beloved video game world came from a streaming spin-off series centered on Idris Elba's Knuckles the Echidna. 

Elba's Knuckles debuted in 2022's Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and is supposedly set to appear in the upcoming third mainline Sonic film; however, his future beyond that remains unknown. 

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The following contains spoilers for Knuckles, now streaming on Paramount+

Knuckles includes a subtle nod to Keanu Reeves and his role in the movie Speed. References to Keanu Reeves in both Knuckles and Sonic films feel more fitting, given his casting as Shadow the Hedgehog. The creatives behind Knuckles may bring a more lighthearted approach to Shadow, inspired by Keanu Reeves' past roles.

Knuckles includes a sly reference to Keanu Reeves, highlighting how excited the creatives behind the franchise clearly are to bring Reeves to the universe as Shadow. Knuckles largely operates outside the larger plot beats of Sonic the Hedgehog. While Sonic briefly appears early in the series and Knuckles faces off with dangerous former agents of Gun and Doctor Robotnik, much of the plot is rooted in the human characters of Knuckles and their personal growth into better people.

However, a detour in their adventure does have a...

The highly anticipated “Sonic the Hedgehog” TV series spinoff, “Knuckles,” is here and it includes a smashingly great cast that’s ready to hit you with your favorite Sega characters.

The six-episode live-action series made its premiere on Friday, April 26. According to Paramount+, the series “follows Knuckles (Idris Elba) on a hilarious and action-packed journey of self-discovery as he agrees to train Wade (Adam Pally) as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior.” The show takes place between the films “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” and “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” and was made by many of the same people involved in the films.

The series was created for television by John Whittington and Toby Ascher, who also serve as showrunners during production.

Here’s a complete “Knuckles” cast and character guide. All six episodes are now streaming on Paramount+.

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Wade and Knuckles steal the show as the best characters in the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise. The Knuckles spinoff series brings back beloved Sonic characters in a fun and unique way. Knuckles and Wade's dynamic duo in the show creates a perfect balance with their evolving relationship.

The Knuckles TV show is finally here, and it has managed to confirm who the best characters in the Sonic the Hedgehog movies are. The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise is packed full of characters, with various anthropomorphic animals and humans making up the live-action movie series' roster. Many of Sonic the Hedgehog's cast of characters return in the Knuckles spinoff series, with the show confirming who the best ones actually are.

Paramount+ has finally released the Knuckles TV show, with the highly anticipated spinoff of the live-action Sonic the Hedgehog movie series now available to watch on the streaming service. Knuckles picks...

Idris Elba's Knuckles in the TV show fixes 14 years of mischaracterization and brings the echidna back on course. The Knuckles TV show perfectly captures Knuckles' warrior traits, legacy, and obsession with training in a way previous adaptations failed to do. Idris Elba's serious and fish-out-of-water Knuckles is the mainstream version the character should always be, ensuring future success.

The Knuckles TV show is out now, and one of the best things about the series is that Idris Elba's version of Knuckles has finally fixed the character after 14 years of mischaracterization. Alongside Sonic and Tails, Knuckles is one of the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise's most popular protagonists, with him being a major player in the series ever since Sonic the Hedgehog 3. However, Knuckles has undergone an interesting and controversial transformation in recent years, but the Knuckles TV show is finally bringing the titular echidna back on course where he belongs.

The Paramount+ Knuckles series received high praise with an 86% Rotten Tomatoes score, delivering a franchise best for Sonic fans. Knuckles's action-adventure show follows Sonic's movie success, and offers a heartwarming story with nods to fans. The Sonic franchise excels with audience scores.

Knuckles, the Paramount+ spin-off series based on the iconic Sonic the Hedgehog character, has debuted with the best Rotten Tomatoes score in the franchise. The first Sonic the Hedgehog movie, based on Sega's beloved video games, debuted in 2020, with a decent 63% critics rating. Its sequel, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, was released 2 years later, and debuted the live-action debut of Tails and Knuckles, receiving a slightly stronger 69% rating on Rt.

2 years after he first appeared in Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Idris Elba's Knuckles is back in his own spin-off series on Paramount+. Ahead of its release date on April 26, early reviews are in for the Knuckles series,...

Keanu Reeves' casting as Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 was set up four years ago in a hilarious way. Sonic himself wishes for the actor in the first Sonic the Hedgehog movie, just in a different context. Casting a huge movie star like Reeves in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is a great idea for multiple reasons.

Keanu Reeves will voice Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and this pitch-perfect casting was set up four years ago. There's been speculation about who could voice Shadow since Sonic the Hedgehog 2's post-credits scene teased the villain back in 2022. With Shadow being a fan-favorite character from the Sonic games, nailing his portrayal is hugely important to Sonic the Hedgehog 3's success. Reeves has the potential to capture Shadow's cool and brooding personality, making him a shoo-in for the role.

Perhaps that's why two years of rumors preceded Reeves' casting, with...

Idris Elba reviews his Knuckles co-stars' impressions of Sonic the Hedgehog character in a video released by Paramount+. Elba's reprisal of his role as Knuckles showcases his ability to expertly deliver on the character's boisterous yet gullible nature. The upcoming Knuckles show on Paramount+ will allow Elba to showcase his range and bring the character to life in a new adventure.

Idris Elba has reviewed his Knuckles co-stars doing impressions of his Sonic the Hedgehog character ahead of the red echidna's upcoming TV show. Set prior to the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3, the miniseries follows Knuckles as he trains Wade Whipple in the ways of echidna warriors. However, he ends up being hunted down by the Buyer, a mysterious villain trying to steal the central character's power for his own nefarious reasons.

Now, Paramount Plus has released a video of Elba reacting to his co-stars on the Knuckles...

Since the debut of Sonic the Hedgehog's iconic golden super form, Super Sonic, in 1992, fans have fallen in love with Sonic having transformations that upgrade his abilities to the nth degree. It wasn't long until Sonic's super forms made their way to movies and television, and subsequently enhanced the narratives of Sonic the Hedgehog's film and television adventures. His video game transformations haven't been the only ones to premiere in his shows and movies either. In some instances, Sonic has gotten a film or series exclusive transformation.

The "Knuckles" spinoff series expands on the world of the "Sonic the Hedgehog" franchise and introduces new characters, including potential villains. The first trailer for "Knuckles" reveals a main villain who is described as an acolyte of Dr. Robotnik and has plans to steal Knuckles' powers. Possible villains for "Knuckles" include iconic characters from the "Sonic the Hedgehog" video games such as Dr. Robotnik, Metal Sonic, and Rogue the Bat.

The Knuckles spinoff series, and these 10 popular Sonic the Hedgehog characters could be the show's true villains. Knuckles is the first spinoff of the popular Sonic the Hedgehog movie series, with it expanding on the world of the video game franchise even further. Not much is known about Knuckles yet, but the show is set to introduce several new characters, including pre-established characters from the video game. However, there is still much mystery surrounding the show's villain, with there being...