Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Release Date Announced

Mark your calendars for March 2027, as Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is set to race into theaters on March 19, 2027. According to Variety, Paramount has locked in this date, giving fans just two years to wait before they see the blue blur back in action. While no further details on the plot or cast have been released beyond the release date, anticipation is high following the success of the previous films.

The most recent installment, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, grossed an impressive $218 million at the domestic box office and over $420 million worldwide, making it the highest-grossing film in the Sonic franchise. This is a significant achievement, especially considering the initial controversy surrounding Sonic's design, which was later revamped in post-production. The first film in the series had already set a strong foundation with $148 million in earnings.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 also holds the title of the second highest-grossing video game movie of all time in North America, surpassed only by the animated Super Mario Bros. Movie. This continues the iconic rivalry between Nintendo and Sega, now playing out on the big screen.

The live-action Sonic franchise has grown steadily, now encompassing three feature films and a Knuckles streaming TV show spinoff. Based on the beloved Sega video game series, the films follow Sonic, voiced by Ben Schwartz, as he battles his nemesis, Dr. Robotnik, portrayed by Jim Carrey. Each new film has expanded the Sonic universe, introducing key characters like Tails (voiced by Colleen O'Shaughnessey) and Knuckles (voiced by Idris Elba), with the latest film bringing in Shadow the Hedgehog, voiced by Keanu Reeves.

Sonic 3 has already teased the introduction of another character to the franchise, but we'll keep that under wraps for now. For those eager to learn more, you can check out our new characters guide. Don't forget to read our Sonic 3 review for a detailed look at the latest adventure.