Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Release Date Revealed

Mark your calendars, Sonic fans! The blue blur is set to race back into theaters with Sonic the Hedgehog 4 scheduled for release on March 19, 2027. With just two years to go, anticipation is already building for the next thrilling adventure from the beloved Sega franchise. While details beyond the release date remain under wraps, the excitement is palpable after the success of the latest installment.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 smashed box office records, raking in an impressive $218 million domestically and over $420 million worldwide. This makes it the highest-grossing film in the Sonic series to date, surpassing the first film's notable $148 million haul. The franchise's success is even more remarkable considering the initial controversy over Sonic's design, which was significantly altered in post-production to meet fan expectations.

Not only did Sonic the Hedgehog 3 set new benchmarks within its own franchise, but it also secured its place as the second highest-grossing video game movie in North America, trailing only behind the animated Super Mario Bros. Movie. This achievement reignites the iconic rivalry between Nintendo and Sega, now playing out on the big screen.

The live-action Sonic franchise has evolved impressively, encompassing three feature films and a streaming TV spinoff, Knuckles. These films, inspired by the hit Sega video game series, follow Sonic (voiced by Ben Schwartz) in his ongoing battle against his nemesis, Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey). Each new movie has expanded the universe by introducing key characters such as Tails (voiced by Colleen O'Shaughnessey) and Knuckles (voiced by Idris Elba), with the latest film delighting fans by bringing Shadow the Hedgehog (voiced by Keanu Reeves) into the fold.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 teased the introduction of another character to the franchise, though we'll keep that a surprise. For those eager to learn more, you can explore our new characters guide at your own risk. And don't forget to check out our detailed review of Sonic 3 to get the full scoop on the latest adventure.