Sonic the Hedgehog 4 movie sequel on the way

A fourth Sonic the Hedgehog movie is in the works, with a spring 2027 release date.

As reported by BlackParamount is currently prepping a new movie as Sonic the Hedgehog 3 hits theaters this weekend.

Fans have already speculated which new characters will be introduced in the post-credits of the third film, which will undoubtedly be the focus of the inevitable fourth film.

The first two Sonic the Hedgehog films have grossed a combined global box office of $725.2 million, with the third film expected to top the box office this Christmas season.

Plot details for Sonic the Hedgehog 4 are apparently being kept under wraps at the moment, so it’s unclear who from the cast will return.

Jeff Fowler has directed all three Sonic films, with Ben Schwartz as the voice of the titular blue blur and Jim Carrey as the antagonist Dr. Robotics.

The third film introduces Shadow the Hedgehog from the Sonic Adventure 2 game, here voiced by Keanu Reeves.

“Sega and Paramount align game and movie worlds more closely for an authentic Sonic romp with added Keanu cool,” I wrote in our Eurogamer Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie review.

“Sonic 3 is a resounding success and a fitting finale to Shadow’s year. It’s wry and self-aware, balancing broad pop culture appeal with authenticity to its source material, while its flashy action thrills alongside an unbridled sense of cool that’s only enhanced by Reeves like a shadow.”