Get ready, Sonic fans! Paramount has officially slated the next installment of the Sonic the Hedgehog series to premiere in theaters on March 19, 2027. This exciting news comes just two years after the phenomenal success of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which raked in an impressive $218 million at the domestic box office and over $420 million worldwide. This latest film in the franchise not only became the highest-grossing Sonic movie but also stands as the second highest-grossing video game movie of all time in North America, just behind the animated Super Mario Bros Movie. The ongoing rivalry between Nintendo and Sega continues to captivate audiences on the big screen.
The journey of Sonic the Hedgehog from video game icon to a beloved cinematic character has been remarkable. The live-action series has expanded to include three feature films and a Knuckles streaming TV show spinoff. Based on the iconic Sega franchise, these movies follow Sonic, voiced by Ben Schwartz, in his thrilling battles against his arch-nemesis, Dr. Robotnik, portrayed by Jim Carrey. Each film has enriched the narrative by introducing more characters from the Sonic universe, such as Tails (voiced by Colleen O'Shaughnessey) and Knuckles (voiced by Idris Elba), with the latest addition being Shadow the Hedgehog, voiced by Keanu Reeves.
While details on Sonic the Hedgehog 4 remain scarce beyond the release date, the franchise continues to build anticipation. Sonic 3 has already teased the introduction of a new character, but we'll keep that under wraps for now. For those eager to learn more, check out our guide on new characters, and don't miss our Sonic 3 review for an in-depth look at the latest adventure of the blue blur.
