The first trailer for *Sonic the Hedgehog 3* has arrived, bringing with it the electrifying showdown fans have been waiting for. Ben Schwartz returns as Sonic, facing off against the formidable Shadow, a villainous red-striped black hedgehog with powers unlike anything Sonic has encountered before. Keanu Reeves lends his charisma to the role of Shadow, who was developed by a secretive government organization.
Sonic isn’t alone in this battle. He reunites with his loyal companions Knuckles (Idris Elba) and Tails (Colleen O’Shaughnessey). However, Shadow proves to be a formidable opponent, quickly overmatching the trio. In a desperate bid to save the planet, Sonic finds himself making a surprising alliance with his longtime nemesis, Dr. Ivo Robotnik (Jim Carrey). This unexpected partnership might be the only thing standing between Shadow and his ambition to rule the world.
*Sonic the Hedgehog 3* features a star-studded cast, with James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Natasha Rothwell, Lee Majdoub, Tom Butler, Adam Pally, Alyla Browne, Shemar Moore, and Krysten Ritter reprising their roles from the previous films. The film also welcomes Sofia Pernas, Cristo Fernández, Jorma Taccone, and James Wolk in undisclosed roles.
This highly anticipated third installment follows the success of *Sonic the Hedgehog* (2020) and *Sonic the Hedgehog 2* (2022), which together grossed over $700 million worldwide. The franchise’s popularity also spawned *Knuckles*, a Paramount+ television series starring Elba’s Knuckles and Pally’s Wade Whipple.
Based on the beloved video game series by Sega, *Sonic the Hedgehog 3* is directed by Jeff Fowler, who helmed the previous two films. The script is penned by Pat Casey, Josh Miller, and John Whittington. The film is produced by Neal H. Moritz, Toby Ascher, Toru Nakahara, and Hitoshi Okuno.
*Sonic the Hedgehog 3* speeds into theaters on December 20, 2024. Get ready for an action-packed adventure filled with electrifying speed, thrilling battles, and a dash of unexpected alliances.
