- This article is about the film series. For the 1999 film, see Sonic the Hedgehog: The Movie. For the 2020 film, see Sonic the Hedgehog (movie). For other uses, see Sonic the Hedgehog (disambiguation).
Sonic the Hedgehog (ソニック・ザ・ムービー[1] Sonikku za Mūbī?, lit. "Sonic the Movie"), also known as the Sonic Cinematic Universe (SCU),[2] sometimes referred to as the Sonic Film Universe,[3] or the Cinematic World of Sonic the Hedgehog,[4] is an American CGI/live-action film series produced by Paramount Pictures that is based on the Sonic the Hedgehog video game series of the same name. It features animation from Sega's Marza Animation Planet along with the production company Blur Studio.
List of films[edit | edit source]
| No. | Key poster | Film | Director | Writer | US release date |
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| 01 | File:NEWSONICMOVIEPOSTER.jpg | Sonic the Hedgehog | Jeff Fowler | Patrick Casey and Josh Miller | 14 February 2020 |
| Based on the global blockbuster video game franchise from Sega, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG tells the story of the world's speediest hedgehog as he embraces his new home on Earth. In this live-action adventure comedy, Sonic and his new best friend Tom team up to defend the planet from the evil genius Dr. Robotnik and his plans for world domination.[5] | |||||
| 02 | File:SonicMovie2 OfficialPosterRevised.jpg | Sonic the Hedgehog 2 | Jeff Fowler | Patrick Casey, Josh Miller, and John Whittington | 8 April 2022 |
| After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr. Robotnik returns, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search for an emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations. Sonic teams up with his own sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a globe-trotting journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands.[6] | |||||
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Sonic the Hedgehog 3[7] | Jeff Fowler | Patrick Casey, Josh Miller, and John Whittington | 20 December 2024 |
| Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary, Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet.[8] | |||||
| 04 | TBA | Sonic the Hedgehog 4 | TBA | TBA | TBA (Spring 2027) |
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Adaptations[edit | edit source]
Aside of live action films, the Sonic the Hedgehog film series also has several adaptations that take place within the same universe.
Comics[edit | edit source]
- Sonic the Hedgehog: The Adventures of Sonic & Donut Lord - a short comic that basically retells the events of Sonic the Hedgehog. It was released on 19 May 2020 as a gift included with the steelbook release of the film.
- Sonic the Hedgehog 2: The Official Movie Pre-Quill - a one-shot comic book by IDW Publishing that serves as a prequel to the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 film. It was released on 30 March 2022.[9]
Mangas[edit | edit source]
- Sonic X Shadow: Tokyo Mission Episode 0 - a one-shot manga that serves as a prequel to the film Sonic the Hedgehog 3. It will be released on 27 December 2024 where select theatres in Japan will reportedly distribute physical copies of it.
Novelizations[edit | edit source]
- Sonic the Hedgehog: The Official Movie Novelization - a paperback book for 8-12 year olds published by Penguin Young Readers Licenses. It is the novelization of the Sonic the Hedgehog film.
- Sonic the Hedgehog 2: The Official Movie Novelization - a paperback book for 8-12 year olds published by Penguin Young Readers Licenses. It is the novelization of the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 film.
- Sonic the Hedgehog 3: The Official Movie Novelization - a paperback book for 8-12 year olds published by Penguin Young Readers Licenses. It is the novelization of the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 film.
Shorts[edit | edit source]
- Around the World in 80 Seconds - a short film that takes place after the events of the first Sonic the Hedgehog film. It features Sonic exploring many places on Earth within eighty seconds. It was released as an extra with the digital release of the film on 30 March 2020.
- Sonic Drone Home - an animated short film that takes place after the events of Sonic the Hedgehog 2. It features Team Sonic dealing with one of Robotnik's Badniks trying to upgrade itself at the junkyard. It was released as an extra with the digital release of the film on 24 May 2022.[10]
- A Very Sonic Christmas - a short film created to promote Sonic the Hedgehog 3. It features Team Sonic helping Santa deliver presents across the world. It was released online on December 11 2024.
Television series[edit | edit source]
| No. | Key poster | Series | Directors[11] | Writers[11] | US release date |
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| 01 | File:Knuckles Series New Visual 2.jpeg | Knuckles |
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26 April 2024 | |
| Knuckles agrees to train Wade as his protégé and teach him the ways of the echidna warrior.[11] | |||||
Recurring cast and characters[edit | edit source]
| This section requires an expansion. |  |
Trivia[edit | edit source]
- The film series has been called the "Sonic Cinematic Universe" on numerous occasions. It was first coined by director Jeff Fowler in a USA Today interview.[12]
- Paul Scheer, an actor for Knuckles, abbreviated the term as "SCU".[13]
- The series itself uses some elements originating from the Early Sonic canon, such as naming Sonic's initial planet "Mobius", introducing the doctor as "Robotnik" first, and having Sonic receive his shoes as a gift from someone.
- As of April 2024, the cinematic universe's model is to use side series (e.g. TV shows) to flesh out specific characters, while having the movies feature larger casts dealing with larger events.[14]
Video[edit | edit source]
See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ 『ソニック・ザ・ムービー/ソニック VS ナックルズ』まもなくデジタル先行配信。11月23日に4K Ultra HD、ブルーレイ＆DVDリリース！. Sonic Channel (18 October 2022). Retrieved on 26 October 2022.
- ↑ https://www.tiktok.com/@paulscheer/video/7326763544706288942
- ↑ Sonic the Hedgehog 2: The Official Movie Pre-Quill, credits page
- ↑ PARAMOUNT+ DEBUTS OFFICIAL TRAILER FOR NEW ORIGINAL EVENT SERIES KNUCKLES. Paramount Press Express (February 8, 2024).
- ↑ Sonic the Hedgehog: Synopsis. Paramount Pictures. Archived from the original on 1 February 2020.
- ↑ Sonic the Hedgehog 2. Synopsis. Paramount Pictures. Archived from the original on 17 April 2022. Retrieved on 26 May 2022.
- ↑ Paramount+ on Twitter. Twitter (15 February 2022). Archived from the original on 15 February 2022. Retrieved on 15 February 2022. "Paramount+: #SonicMovie3 is officially in development from @ParamountPics and @SEGA! Plus, next year a new original #Knuckles series with @IdrisElba is coming to #ParamountPlus. #SonicMovie2 hits theaters April 8!"
- ↑ Official Film Website (14 October 2024). Sonic the Hedgehog 3 synopsis. Retrieved on 14 October 2024.
- ↑ SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 OFFICIAL MOVIE PRE QUILL CVR A THOMAS. Previews World (24 December 2022). Retrieved on 16 March 2022.
- ↑ Watch Sonic Try to Rescue Knuckles in 'Sonic Drone Home' Animated Short (Exclusive). ET (23 May 2022). Retrieved on 23 May 2022.
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 11.2 'Sonic the Hedgehog' Spinoff Series 'Knuckles' at Paramount+ Sets Cast, Including Adam Pally, Tika Sumpter. Variety (April 17, 2023). Retrieved on April 17, 2023.
- ↑ Alexander, Bryan (27 March 2020). 'Sonic the Hedgehog': Why Tails' surprise cameo is big as the 'remarkable' journey continues. USA Today. Retrieved on 13 February 2024. "(But) nothing would bring me more happiness than getting another shot with these characters and to tell more stories. We'd love to do more with the Sonic cinematic universe."
- ↑ Paul Scheer (22 January 2024). Paul Scheer (@paulscheer) on TikTok. TikTok. Retrieved on 13 February 2024.
- ↑ Sonic the Hedgehog Producer Wants the Films to Become 'Avengers-Level Events'. IGN (10 April 2024). Archived from the original on 8 April 2024. Retrieved on 30 September 2024.
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