Sonic the Hedgehog 4 (film)

You think your world is safe, but your time is about to run out. The chaos… has only just begun.

Doctor Eggman[1]Sonic the Hedgehog 4 | Title Reveal (2027 Movie) - Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Kristen Bell. YouTube. accessed March 20, 2026

Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is an upcoming American action-adventure comedy film based on the Sonic the Hedgehog video game series. It is the fourth film in the Sonic the Hedgehog film series, the sequel to Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and the fifth installment in the Sonic the Hedgehog Cinematic Universe. The film is directed by Jeff Fowler and produced by Neal H. Moritz, Toby Ascher, and Toru Nakahara.[28]Sonic the Hedgehog 4. United International Pictures. accessed January 1, 2026. archived January 1, 2026. Archived version

Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Idris Elba, Keanu Reeves, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Colleen O’Shaughnessey, and Lee Majdoub reprise their roles from previous installments. Kristen Bell joins the voice cast as Amy Rose, while Ben Kingsley, Matt Berry, Nick Offerman, and Richard Ayoade appear in undisclosed roles.[29]Angelique Jackson. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Full Cast Revealed: Keanu Reeves and Idris Elba Returning Alongside Newcomers Ben Kingsley, Nick Offerman and More. Variety. March 19, 2026. accessed March 19, 2026. archived March 19, 2026. en-US. Archived version

A project titled Sonic 4 appeared in Production Weekly in April 2024, with Paramount Pictures formally reported to be developing the fourth film that December.[30]Production Weekly – Issue 1397 – Thursday, April 11, 2024 / 212 Listings – 46 Pages[31]Sonic the Hedgehog 4 in the Works for 2027 Release (EXCLUSIVE). Variety. December 19, 2024. accessed December 19, 2024 Principal photography began on March 2, 2026 and concluded on May 15, with voice recording beginning later that month.[32]Wesley Yin-Poole. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Movie Teaser Image Offers First Look at Amy’s Hammer. IGN. March 2, 2026. accessed March 2, 2026. archived March 2, 2026. en-US. Archived version[33]Glenn Garner. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Wraps Production, Director Teases Metal Sonic & 'The Best Sonic Movie Yet'. Deadline Hollywood. May 15, 2026. accessed May 17, 2026. archived May 16, 2026. en-US. Archived version

The film will draw elements from Sonic CD (1993), which introduced both Amy and Metal Sonic, although Fowler has stated that its story will not be a direct adaptation of the game.[34]Michael McWhertor. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 director teases plans for Metal Sonic, Amy Rose in Sonic 4. Polygon. January 20, 2025. accessed January 27, 2025. archived January 30, 2025. en-US. Archived version Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is scheduled to be released by Paramount Pictures in the United States on March 19, 2027.[35]Matt Kim. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Release Date Announced. IGN. January 21, 2025. accessed January 22, 2025. archived January 21, 2025. en-US. Archived version

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Synopsis[edit]

Sonic the Hedgehog is joined by a new hero, Amy Rose, as he faces a new technological enemy, Metal Sonic.[36]Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Detailed Record View. U.S. Copyright Office Public Records System. May 13, 2026

Cast[edit]

Metal Sonic will appear in the film, although it has not been confirmed whether the character will be voiced or remain non-speaking.[37]Michael McWhertor. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 director teases plans for Metal Sonic, Amy Rose in Sonic 4. Polygon. January 20, 2025. accessed January 27, 2025. archived January 30, 2025. Archived version

Voice cast

Live-action cast

Berry and Ayoade’s roles have been identified as live-action characters, but no further details about either character have been announced.[40]Angelique Jackson. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Full Cast Revealed: Keanu Reeves and Idris Elba Returning Alongside Newcomers Ben Kingsley, Nick Offerman and More. Variety. March 19, 2026. accessed March 19, 2026. archived March 19, 2026. en-US. Archived version

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Locations

  • Earth
    • North America
      • California
        • San Francisco[41]The Sonic Collector’s Scoop (@TheSonicScoop). “The Sonic Collector’s Scoop (@TheSonicScoop) on X”. August 19, 2026. Tweet

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Production[edit]

Development

A project titled Sonic 4 was listed by Production Weekly on April 10, 2024, indicating that a fourth film was in early development.[30]Production Weekly – Issue 1397 – Thursday, April 11, 2024 / 212 Listings – 46 Pages In September, producer Toby Ascher confirmed that further installments in the Sonic the Hedgehog film series were planned, while director Jeff Fowler and Ascher said they saw a “rich universe of stories to tell” and did not intend to slow down.[46]Marc Deschamps. Sonic 3 Producer Teases More Movies: "I Don't See Us Slowing Down". ComicBook.com. September 24, 2024. accessed September 24, 2024. archived September 24, 2024. en-US. Archived version[47]Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - Jeff Fowler & Toby Ascher Interview. YouTube

In November 2024, Fowler revealed that Sonic the Hedgehog 3 would use its credits sequence to introduce characters intended to help set up a potential fourth film. He also discussed continuing to expand the series with new characters and stories while finding ways for each sequel to grow beyond its predecessor.[48]How Sonic 3 went bigger with Shadow's origin story and 2 Jim Carreys: 'Everything is pumped up' (exclusive). Entertainment Weekly. Dotdash Meredith. November 13, 2024 The resulting mid-credits scene introduced Amy Rose and an army of Metal Sonic units, with Amy rescuing Sonic from them.[49]Ian Sandwell. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 credit scenes explained: How many are there?. Digital Spy. December 21, 2024. accessed December 26, 2024. archived December 21, 2024. en-GB. Archived version

Writers Patrick Casey and Josh Miller later revealed that Amy had been considered for a larger role in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, but was ultimately held back so that the film could concentrate on Shadow the Hedgehog.[50]Emily Murray. Sonic 3 writers say that Amy Rose nearly appeared in the movie rather than just the post-credits, revealing that they have a "great plan" for her future. GamesRadar+. December 23, 2024. accessed January 18, 2025. archived January 10, 2025. en-UK. Archived version On December 19, 2024, Paramount Pictures was reported to have greenlit the fourth film for a 2027 release.[51]Brent Lang. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 in the Works for 2027 Release (EXCLUSIVE). Variety. December 19, 2024. accessed December 19, 2024. archived December 21, 2024. en-US. Archived version Fowler returned as director, with Neal H. Moritz, Ascher, and Toru Nakahara returning as producers.[52]Rebecca Rubin. Kristen Bell Joins 'Sonic the Hedgehog 4' as Amy Rose. Variety. February 18, 2026. accessed February 18, 2026[38]Justin Kroll. Kristen Bell Joins ‘Sonic The Hedgehog 4’ At Paramount. Deadline Hollywood. February 18, 2026

Casey and Miller also expressed interest in eventually taking Sonic beyond Earth and exploring the other worlds established to exist within the film continuity.[53]Nicholas Brooks. 'We Can Solve That Problem': Sonic 3 Writers Look Back at Sonic 1's Issues. Comic Book Resources. December 12, 2024. accessed January 18, 2025. archived December 29, 2024. en. Archived version[54]Adam Blevins. "We Know There Are Other Worlds": Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Could Be Headed for Outer Space. Collider. January 2, 2025. accessed January 18, 2025. archived July 6, 2025. en. Archived version

In January 2025, concept artwork created by Tacit Sign Studio for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 was published online, including unused or substantially altered scenes involving Amy and Metal Sonic. The material led to speculation that the fourth film could draw from Sonic CD, the 1993 game in which both characters debuted.[55]Kenneth Shepard. New Sonic 3 Concept Art May Clear Up That Confusing Post-Credits Scene. Kotaku. January 21, 2025. accessed January 24, 2025[56]Ed Nightingale. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 film concept art reveals cut content and secret characters. Eurogamer. January 20, 2025. accessed January 24, 2025 Miller declined to discuss whether ideas depicted in the artwork could be used in future films. Fowler, however, acknowledged the Sonic CD connection, explaining that Amy and Metal Sonic were introduced together to “honor that chronology”, while stressing that Sonic the Hedgehog 4 would not simply adapt the game’s storyline.[57]Michael McWhertor. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 director teases plans for Metal Sonic, Amy Rose in Sonic 4. Polygon. January 20, 2025. accessed January 27, 2025. archived January 30, 2025. en-US. Archived version

Development was reported to be moving forward by February 2025, and on January 21 Paramount set the film’s United States theatrical release for March 19, 2027.[58]“Sonic the Hedgehog 4” Announced for Spring 2027 Release, Development Begins February 2025. Production List[59]‘Sonic 4’ Sets March 2027 Release Date. Variety. January 21, 2025 In November 2025, Moritz presented early material from the film during a meeting with IMAX, where the possibility of a large-format release was discussed.[60]Why Everyone in Hollywood Wants Their Movie in IMAX An IMAX release was subsequently included in the company’s April 2026 investor presentation.[61]IMAX Investor Presentation April 2026. IMAX. April 2026

The film used the production codename Palmtree Panic, named after Palmtree Panic from Sonic CD.[62]The production codename for Sonic Movie 4 has been revealed as "Palmtree Panic". Threads. May 2, 2026. accessed June 3, 2026

Casting

Before the cast was formally announced, several returning performers expressed interest in another installment. Idris Elba said in December 2024 that he would be interested in reprising Knuckles the Echidna, while he and Keanu Reeves also discussed the possibility of a Knuckles and Shadow the Hedgehog spin-off.[63]Patrick Cavanaugh. Keanu Reeves & Idris Elba Want Shadow & Knuckles TV Spinoff (and Even Pitch a Title). ComicBook.com. December 10, 2024. accessed December 13, 2024 Jim Carrey, who had previously discussed retiring from acting, clarified later that month that he regarded himself as taking a break and remained open to returning as Dr. Ivo Robotnik.[64]ジム・キャリー、引退宣言の真相は… 映画『ソニック × シャドウ TOKYO MISSION』単独インタビュー. YouTube[65]Claire Lewis. Jim Carrey Says He's Down To Return For Sonic 4. GameSpot. January 3, 2025. accessed January 19, 2025

Fowler said in January 2025 that Metal Sonic’s traditionally non-speaking role did not necessarily rule out casting a voice actor for the film. He expected whether the character should speak to become part of the scripting discussions.[57]Michael McWhertor. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 director teases plans for Metal Sonic, Amy Rose in Sonic 4. Polygon. January 20, 2025. accessed January 27, 2025. archived January 30, 2025. en-US. Archived version

In February 2025, Natasha Rothwell expressed interest in reprising Rachel Handel, although her return had not been confirmed.[66]Sonic 4 Return Addressed By Human Character After Surprising Smaller Role In Sonic 3: "I've Been In All Of Them". Screen Rant In January 2026, a listing from Danish distributor United International Pictures confirmed Fowler’s return and identified Ben Schwartz, Elba, and James Marsden among the returning cast.[28]Sonic the Hedgehog 4. United International Pictures. accessed January 1, 2026. archived January 1, 2026. Archived version

On February 18, 2026, Kristen Bell was announced as the voice of Amy Rose, with Schwartz confirmed to return as Sonic.[39]Borys Kit. ‘Sonic 4’: Kristen Bell to Voice Amy Rose (Exclusive). The Hollywood Reporter. February 18, 2026. accessed February 18, 2026[52]Rebecca Rubin. Kristen Bell Joins 'Sonic the Hedgehog 4' as Amy Rose. Variety. February 18, 2026. accessed February 18, 2026 In March, Ben Kingsley was reported to have joined the project in a significant undisclosed role. Tika Sumpter also confirmed her return as Maddie Wachowski on March 13.[67]Sonic City ⋆ Sonic News, Media & Community ⋆ on Facebook. Facebook. March 14, 2026. accessed March 15, 2026

The film’s title and principal cast were formally announced on March 19, 2026. Alongside Schwartz, Bell, Elba, Marsden, and Sumpter, the announcement confirmed the returns of Carrey as Robotnik, Reeves as Shadow, Colleen O’Shaughnessey as Miles “Tails” Prower, and Lee Majdoub as Agent Stone. Kingsley, Nick Offerman, Matt Berry, and Richard Ayoade were announced as newcomers in undisclosed roles, with Kingsley and Offerman identified as members of the voice cast and Berry and Ayoade in live-action roles.[68]Angelique Jackson. ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 4’ Full Cast Revealed: Keanu Reeves and Idris Elba Returning Alongside Newcomers Ben Kingsley, Nick Offerman and More. Variety. March 19, 2026. accessed March 19, 2026. archived March 19, 2026. en-US. Archived version

Filming and voice recording

Principal photography began on March 2, 2026. Fowler announced the start of filming with a photograph of himself holding Amy’s Piko Piko Hammer.[69]Wesley Yin-Poole. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Movie Teaser Image Offers First Look at Amy’s Hammer. IGN. March 2, 2026. accessed March 2, 2026. archived March 2, 2026. en-US. Archived version Filming took place at Shinfield Studios in Berkshire, England.[70]Helen Johnson. Industry update 2026 and what productions are starting up. FilmBase. February 5, 2026. accessed March 10, 2026. archived February 22, 2026. en. Archived version Brandon Trost served as cinematographer.[71]Glenn Garner. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Wraps Production, Director Teases Metal Sonic & 'The Best Sonic Movie Yet'. Deadline Hollywood. May 15, 2026. accessed May 17, 2026. archived May 16, 2026. en-US. Archived version

Principal photography wrapped on May 15, 2026. Fowler marked the occasion by sharing an image of himself beside a Metal Sonic prop.[72]Chris McPherson. New 'Sonic the Hedgehog 4' First Look Officially Reveals the Sci-Fi Franchise's Scariest Villain Yet. Collider. May 15, 2026. accessed May 15, 2026. en[73]Jeff Fowler (@fowltown). “Jeff Fowler (@fowltown) on X”. May 15, 2026. Tweet That day, O’Shaughnessey said during a convention appearance that voice recording was expected to begin soon. Schwartz confirmed on May 27 that recording had started, posting a photograph from a recording booth with Fowler and editor Al LeVine.[74]Fay Watson. Sonic the Hedgehog star says voice recording has officially begun in an exciting Sonic 4 production update. GamesRadar+. May 28, 2026. accessed May 30, 2026. archived May 29, 2026. en. Archived version[75]Ben Schwartz (@rejectedjokes) on Instagram - May 27, 2026. Instagram. May 27, 2026

On June 3, Bell shared a photograph from a recording studio as she prepared to record dialogue for Amy.[76]Kristen Bell. In the booth for @sonicmovie 🙌 #AmyRose is coming to life!. Instagram. June 3, 2026. accessed June 7, 2026

Release[edit]

Theatrical

Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is scheduled to be released by Paramount Pictures in the United States on March 19, 2027.[77]Matt Kim. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Release Date Announced. IGN. January 21, 2025. accessed January 22, 2025. archived January 21, 2025. en-US. Archived version

The film is scheduled to begin its international rollout on March 18, 2027 in Australia, Austria, Brazil, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Mexico, Portugal, Switzerland, and Ukraine.[78]Sonic the Hedgehog 4 (2027). Kinocheck. accessed February 26, 2026[79]Sonic the Hedgehog 4 – Cast & Credits. Česko-Slovenská filmová databáze. accessed February 27, 2026[80]Sonic the Hedgehog 4. United International Pictures. accessed February 27, 2026[81]Sonic the Hedgehog 4. Hollywood Megaplex. accessed February 27, 2026[82]Sonic the Hedgehog 4 – Film-Datenbank Eintrag. ProCinema Film-Datenbank. accessed February 27, 2026[83]Sonic The Hedgehog 4. SensaCine México. accessed March 3, 2026 Canada, Finland, Latvia, Vietnam, and the United States are scheduled to follow on March 19, while France is scheduled for March 24, New Zealand for April 1, and Poland for April 2.[84]Brent Lang. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 in the Works for 2027 Release (EXCLUSIVE). Variety. December 19, 2024[85]Anthony D'Alessandro. Sonic The Hedgehog 4 Coming To Theaters In Spring 2027. Deadline Hollywood. January 21, 2025[86]Sonic the Hedgehog 4 | Title Reveal (2027 Movie) - Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Kristen Bell. YouTube. accessed March 31, 2026[87]SONIC 4. TylkoHity.pl. accessed February 27, 2026

The film is also scheduled for release in IMAX theaters. The format had initially been discussed with IMAX during development before the film appeared in the company’s April 2026 theatrical slate.[61]IMAX Investor Presentation April 2026. IMAX. April 2026

Marketing

On March 19, 2026, Paramount released the film’s first teaser alongside its official title announcement. The teaser confirmed Jim Carrey‘s return as Dr. Ivo Robotnik and featured the Chaos Emeralds, while its music incorporated a remix of “Sonic Boom,” the theme from the North American and European versions of Sonic CD.[88]Wesley Yin-Poole. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Teaser Trailer Confirms Jim Carrey's Return as Dr. Robotnik. IGN. March 19, 2026. accessed March 19, 2026. archived March 19, 2026. en-US. Archived version[89]Chris Compendio. Jim Carrey Is Back For Sonic The Hedgehog 4, With Big Stars In Tow. GameSpot. March 19, 2026. accessed March 19, 2026. archived March 19, 2026. en-US. Archived version[90]James Whitbrook. Great News: Sonic 4 Has Chaos Emeralds and Matt Berry. Gizmodo. March 19, 2026. accessed March 19, 2026. archived March 19, 2026. en-US. Archived version

The teaser ends with Robotnik warning, “You think your world is safe, but your time is about to run out. The chaos… has only just begun.”[1]Sonic the Hedgehog 4 | Title Reveal (2027 Movie) - Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Kristen Bell. YouTube. accessed March 20, 2026

On April 16, 2026, Paramount presented footage from the film at CinemaCon. Much of the presentation consisted of material from the previous three films, accompanied by new footage that included Robotnik declaring, “Robotnik… saves… world!”[91]Nick Bythrow. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Footage Reveals First Look At Amy Rose & Jim Carrey's Robotnik Return. Screen Rant. April 16, 2026[92]Adele Ankers-Range. 'Sonic the Hedgehog 4' Footage Teases Surprising Fate of Jim Carrey Villain. MovieWeb. April 17, 2026[93]SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 4 Teaser Footage Features Speedster Action. Nerdist. April 16, 2026. accessed April 27, 2026. archived April 28, 2026. en-US. Archived version[94]Kenneth Shepard. Sonic The Hedgehog 4's First Trailer Debuts At CinemaCon. Kotaku. April 16, 2026. accessed April 27, 2026. en-US
Additional footage from the film was privately presented at CineEurope in June 2026.

Trivia[edit]

  • Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is the first film in the Sonic the Hedgehog film series to be produced by Paramount Pictures following the formation of Paramount Skydance Corporation.
  • The film marks the first time Jim Carrey has portrayed the same character across four consecutive films, having played Dr. Ivo Robotnik in each installment of the film series.

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Production photos

Announcement marking the beginning of filming, featuring Jeff Fowler holding the Piko Piko Hammer.
Announcement marking the end of principal photography, featuring Fowler beside a Metal Sonic prop.

Promotional material

Official online profile image and website favicon.

Videos[edit]

Trailers

Title reveal teaser.

International trailers


Title Treatment Reveal

Notes[edit]

    References[edit]

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    38. ↑ a b c Justin Kroll. Kristen Bell Joins ‘Sonic The Hedgehog 4’ At Paramount. Deadline Hollywood. February 18, 2026
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    1. ↑ How Sonic 3 went bigger with Shadow's origin story and 2 Jim Carreys: 'Everything is pumped up' (exclusive). Entertainment Weekly. Dotdash Meredith. November 13, 2024
    2. ↑ Ian Sandwell. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 credit scenes explained: How many are there?. Digital Spy. December 21, 2024. accessed December 26, 2024. archived December 21, 2024. en-GB. Archived version
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    13. ↑ Why Everyone in Hollywood Wants Their Movie in IMAX
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