Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Release Unveiled

The next chapter in the Sonic the Hedgehog saga is speeding towards theaters! Paramount Pictures has officially slated Sonic the Hedgehog 4 for a March 19, 2027 release, according to Variety. While plot details remain under wraps, this announcement comes as no surprise following the phenomenal success of Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 raked in a remarkable $218 million domestically and over $420 million globally, solidifying its place as the highest-grossing film in the franchise. This achievement is particularly impressive considering the initial controversy surrounding the character's design, which underwent significant revisions during post-production. The film also holds the title of second-highest-grossing video game movie in North America, trailing only the Super Mario Bros. Movie, continuing the iconic rivalry between Nintendo and Sega on the silver screen.

The live-action Sonic universe continues to expand, boasting three feature films and a Knuckles-centric spin-off series. The films, based on the beloved Sega games, chronicle Sonic (Ben Schwartz) and his battles against the villainous Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey). Each installment introduces more iconic characters, including Tails (Colleen O'Shaughnessey) and Knuckles (Idris Elba), with Sonic 3 finally unveiling Shadow the Hedgehog (Keanu Reeves).

While we'll keep the identity of the next character joining the franchise under wraps, you can discover this exciting reveal – and read our review of Sonic 3 – by following the links provided.