The third installment of the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise continues the action-packed journey of the blue speedster, Sonic. Following the events of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (2022), where we saw the introduction of Knuckles the Echidna, the film will now focus on Sonic’s encounter with Shadow, a powerful and edgy anti-hero introduced in the video games. After a post-credit scene in Sonic 2 revealed the project labeled “Project Shadow,” the stage is set for Sonic to face a rival with a mysterious past and unmatched combat skills. Expect a high-stakes battle where Shadow, voiced by Keanu Reeves, could either be Sonic’s new foe or a reluctant ally. This film will explore the dynamics between these two characters, especially as Shadow’s darker nature contrasts with Sonic’s ever-optimistic personality. Fans will also see the return of iconic characters like Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey), as well as Sonic’s allies, Knuckles (Idris Elba) and Tails (Colleen O’Shaughnessey).   James Marsden and Tika Sumpter reprise their roles as Tom and Maddie Wachowski, Sonic’s adoptive parents, while new faces like Krysten Ritter and Shemar Moore join the cast in undisclosed roles. Director Jeff Fowler returns to helm the movie, with the screenplay penned by Pat Casey, Josh Miller, and John Whittington.

Given the immense popularity of the Sonic franchise and the success of the previous films, it’s expected that Sonic the Hedgehog 3 will continue to perform well at the box office. Although no precise revenue estimate is available, the previous films grossed over $700 million globally combined. The introduction of Shadow, a fan-favorite character, coupled with star power from Keanu Reeves, suggests that this next chapter could surpass its predecessors’ earnings.