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Sonic the Hedgehog 3is the sequel to the 2022 comedy-adventure movie of the same name. The third installment introduces a new antagonist, Shadow the Hedgehog, who creates trouble for Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles—the three superheroes of the franchise.
The post-credits scene inSonic the Hedgehog 2hints at Shadow the Hedgehog becoming the main villain in the next movie, and it proves to be true.
While details about the storyline of the third sequel remain scarce, the second movie earned over $405 million at the box office, showing that people really want more of Sonic’s adventures.
There’s exciting news as well. Jim Carrey’s return is returning to the franchise, indicating that it will have a notable impact on the script ofSonic the Hedgehog 3.
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Sonic 3Script Promises Compelling Comeback as Jim Carrey Returns to the Franchise
Varietyreports thatJim Carreywill play Dr. Robotnik again inSonic the Hedgehog 3.Despite the character’s fall in the second film, he’s making a comeback.
In the post-credit scene of the movie, it was confirmed that Robotnik’s body wasn’t found. This means he might come back for a dramatic return as the antagonist.
Carrey will again reprise his role, despite his earlier decision to step away in 2022.The comedian toldAccessduring press forSonic‘s second installment:
“It depends if the angels bring some sort of script that’s written in gold ink and it says to me that it’s gonna be really important for people to see, I might continue down the road. But I’m taking a break.”
After Carrey’s remarks,Sonicproducers Toby Ascher and Neal H Mortiz toldIGNin 2022 that they wouldn’t consider recasting the role. Ascher explained:
“Jim Carrey is always a member of the Sonic family and he’ll always have a place in these movies and TV shows as long as he’d like to be around. We love Jim and he’s so special, and what he does with Robotnik is so incredible. We would love him as long as he’d like to be there with us.”
The 62-year-old is coming back forSonic the Hedgehog 3, indicating that he finds the script for the third installment compelling in some way.
His choice to return from retirement hints that the script has elements that make reprising his role as Dr. Robotnik is worthwhile for him. So, fans can definitely expect greatness from the upcoming flick in theSonicSaga.
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Who Else are in the Cast ofSonic the Hedgehog 3?
Ben Schwartzis reprising his role as titular character in the upcoming movie. Colleen O’Shaughnessey is expected to return as Tails, and Idris Elba will voice Knuckles.
Stars fromJessica JonesandTed Lassoare confirmed to join the sequel, directed by Jeff Fowler.Krysten Ritter is known forJessica Jones, and Cristo Fernández is recognized for his role inTed Lasso.
The release ofSonic the Hedgehog 3is still a while away in December, butIGNalready reports six new actors that are joining the sequel:Krysten Ritter, James Wolk, Alyla Browne, Jorma Taccone, Sofia Pernas, and Cristo Fernández. Although, it’s unclear who they will play.
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Sonic the Hedgehog 3is set to hit theatres on June 08, 2025.
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