Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Movie Cast, Plot and Everything to Know

New adventure. New rival.

Amy Renner

Last modified: Apr. 6, 2025

Sonic the Hedgehog 3

Release Date: Friday, December 20, 2024 Theaters Tuesday, January 21, 2025 VOD / Digital

Director: Jeff Fowler

Starring: Ben Schwartz • Colleen O'Shaughnessey • Idris Elba • Jim Carrey • Keanu Reeves

PG Action N/A

4.35 / 5.0

94% WILL SEE 6% WON'T SEE

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Plot – What's the story about?

Plot: Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles must face a mysterious adversary, Shadow the Hedgehog, as Dr. Robotnik re-emerges after his defeat with a new plan. Sonic the Hedgehog returns to the big screen this holiday season in his most thrilling adventure yet. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet.

Action Adventure Family Based on Game Sequel

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Who stars in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – Cast List

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Ben Schwartz
... Sonic (voice)

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Colleen O'Shaughnessey
... Tails

Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Knuckles (limited series)
Idris Elba
... Knuckles (voice)

Zootopia 2, Zootopia
Jim Carrey
... Dr. Robotnik

Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas (25th Anniversary), Sonic the Hedgehog
Keanu Reeves
... Shadow (voice)

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James Mardsen
... Sheriff Tom Wachowski

Who is making Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – Crew List

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

Director: Jeff Fowler
Screenwriters: —
Producers: Toby Ascher
Neal H. Moritz

Studios: Paramount Pictures
Production Company: Paramount Pictures

Production – What we know about the Sonic the Hedgehog 3

Key Facts

Jim Carrey will reprise his role (2/4/2024).
No word if Jim Carrey will return as the villainous Dr Robotnik. He signaled he wanted to "retire from acting" (5/16/2022).
Sequel to the hit video game adaptation film.

Movie Filming Timeline: Production Status Updates

Nov 2024

Completed

Changed Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie production status. The movie is ready for release.

Aug 2024

Post-Production

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

Feb 2024

Production

Changed the movie production status to Production. The movie is currently being filmed.

May 2022

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, thematic elements and mild language
Runtime: N/A
Tagline: New adventure. New rival.
Also known as: SONIC 3
Language: English

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Trailers and Clips

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"Team Sonic Race" Exclusive Clip

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Official Trailer #2

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Official Trailer

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Title Treatment Reveal

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Release Date: When was the film released?

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 was released in nationwide movie theaters on Friday, December 20 , 2024. There were five other movies released on the same date, including Homestead, Mufasa: The Lion King and The Brutalist.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 DVD & Blu-ray Release Date

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is scheduled to be released on DVD and Blu-ray on Sunday, April 15, 2025. Availability may vary by region. Pre-order your copy of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 today on Amazon.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Digital Release Date

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is coming out across all major streaming and cable platforms on Tuesday, February 18, 2025. Digital rental or purchase allows you to instantly stream and download to watch anywhere and anytime on your favorite devices.