Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

Amy Renner

Last modified: Dec. 7, 2022

Sonic the Hedgehog 2

Release Date: Friday, April 8, 2022 Theaters

Director: Jeff Fowler

Starring: Jim Carrey • Idris Elba • James Marsden • Natasha Rothwell • Shemar Moore

PG Comedy N/A

4.51 / 5.0

94% WILL SEE 6% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: The world’s favorite blue hedgehog is back for a next-level adventure in SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2. After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr. Robotnik returns, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search for an emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations. Sonic teams up with his own sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a globe-trotting journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands.

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Who stars in Sonic the Hedgehog 2 – Cast List

Jim Carrey
... Dr. Ivo Robotnik

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (25th Anniversary), Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Idris Elba
... Knuckles

Zootopia 2, Zootopia
James Marsden
... Tom

Avengers: Doomsday, Lee Daniels' The Butler
N
Natasha Rothwell
... Rachel

Wish, Sonic the Hedgehog
S
Shemar Moore
The Bounce Back, Diary of a Mad Black Woman
B
Ben Schwartz
... Sonic

Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Sonic the Hedgehog
T
Tika Sumpter
... Maddie

Sonic the Hedgehog, Tyler Perry's Acrimony
A
Adam Pally
Sonic the Hedgehog, Hell of a Summer
C
Colleen O'Shaughnessey
Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Knuckles (limited series)

Who is making Sonic the Hedgehog 2 – Crew List

A look at Sonic the Hedgehog 2 behind-the-scenes crew and production team. The film's director Jeff Fowler last helmed Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and Sonic the Hedgehog. The film's writer Pat Casey last penned Violent Night.

Director: Jeff Fowler
Screenwriters: Pat Casey
Josh Miller
Producers: Toby Ascher
Neal H. Moritz
Toru Nakahara
Hitoshi Okuno

Studios: Paramount Pictures
Production Company: Original Film
SEGA Sammy Group

Production – What we know about the Sonic the Hedgehog 2

Key Facts

Based on the popular video game franchise from Sega.

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Mar 2022

Completed

Changed Sonic the Hedgehog 2 movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

Dec 2021

Post-Production

Changed the movie production status to Post-Production. The movie is now in the editing and finishing stages.

Jul 2020

Pre-Production

Changed the movie production status to Pre-Production. Preparations are underway to start production.

Jun 2020

Development

Changed the movie production status to Development. The movie is likely in scripting, budgeting, or stuck in 'development hell.'

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Additional Information

Parent Rating: PG Parental Guidance Suggested for action, some violence, rude humor, and mild language
Runtime: N/A
Tagline: Not available
Also known as: Not available
Language: English

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Trailers and Clips

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Official Trailer #3

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Official Trailer #2

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Clip: "I Make This Look Good"

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Superbowl TV Spot

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Clip: "The Real Competition Begins"

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Official Trailer

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Announcement

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Release Date: When was the film released?

Sonic the Hedgehog 2 was released in nationwide movie theaters on Friday, April 8 , 2022. There were 16 16 other movies released on the same date, including Ambulance, Aline and As They Made Us.