Summary
After unveiling the first look for the movie at CinemaCon in April 2024, Paramount has finally unveiled the first trailer ofSonic the Hedgehog 3. The movie will serve as the third installment in the SEGA video game-based franchise, following Ben Schwartz’s titular blue speedster as he works with his friends Knuckles, Tails, Tom and Maddie to deal with thenew threat of Shadow the Hedgehog. It was also recently confirmed that Jim Carrey would be returning as iconic antagonist Dr. Robotnik following his comments indicating he would be retiring from acting.
With just a few months remaining until the movie’s release,Paramounthasrevealed theSonic the Hedgehog 3trailer.
The trailer offered viewers the first look at Sonic’s return as he gears up to face yet another powerful speedster in the form of Shadow, who’s finally revealed to be voiced by Keanu Reeves. The video also offers a look at Carrey’s return as Robotnik, teasing another hilarious outing from the acclaimed star.
Everything Revealed In The Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Trailer
Video game Easter eggs, new characters and a darker tone set up the biggest sequel yet.
While the first two movies certainly stayed true to the source video game franchise, theSonic the Hedgehog 3trailer shows the filmmakers are adhering to the game closer than ever before. One of the biggest signs is the way the movie looks to be handling Shadow’s origin story, namelyhis relationship with Maria Robotnik, Gerald Robotnik’s granddaughter whom Shadow was created for in the hopes of curing her illness. Her death at the hands of the Guardian Units of Nations ultimately traumatized Shadow, putting him on the antihero path seen in the games.
Reeves' voice in the trailer proves to be an excellent fit for the cool, brooding demeanor Shadow has become well-known for throughout the SEGA franchise.
Beyond his actual story, theSonic the Hedgehog 3trailer also nicely spotlights the various Easter eggs the filmmakers are bringing fromthe games for Shadow.
Between the black hedgehog riding a motorcycle to using a skating-like motion to run across surfaces and having teleportation abilities, director Jeff Fowler and writers Pat Casey, Josh Miller and John Whittington have kept the beloved character intact. In addition, Reeves' voice in the trailer proves to be an excellent fit for the cool, brooding demeanor Shadow has become well-known for throughout the SEGA franchise.
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Another exciting reveal from theSonic the Hedgehog 3trailer is the reveal that Carrey will not only be playing Robotnik with a look closer to that of the games, but will also be playing the character’s grandfather, Gerald Robotnik. Given Shadow’s introduction to the movie franchise, it makes sense for Gerald to be included, but also allows Carrey to further showcase his comedic skills playing multiple characters. With a multitude of actors still yet to be revealed fromtheSonic the Hedgehog 3cast, it will be interesting to see if the filmmakers have more game characters in store for franchise fans.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
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Sonic the Hedgehog 3 reunites Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails as they face a formidable new adversary, Shadow. With Shadow’s unprecedented powers posing a significant threat, Team Sonic seeks an unexpected alliance to thwart his plans and safeguard the planet.
