How to Watch Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - Showtimes and Where to Stream Online

The "Ugly Sonic" debacle of 2019 feels like a distant memory. While the first Sonic the Hedgehog film wasn't a perfect video game adaptation, it launched a successful franchise starring Ben Schwartz as Sonic, Jim Carrey as Dr. Robotnik, and now, Keanu Reeves as Shadow.

IGN's review of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 praises its improved humor, visuals, and Jim Carrey's performance, calling it a step up from its predecessors. And the franchise's expansion is confirmed: Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is slated for 2027.

How to Watch Sonic the Hedgehog 3: Theatrical, Digital, and Physical Release

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is currently playing in theaters. Check local listings at Fandango, AMC Theaters, Cinemark Theaters, and Regal Theaters.

• Digital Release: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is available digitally for rent or purchase on platforms like Prime Video. Paramount+ will be the streaming home, likely by mid-February 2025, based on the release timelines of previous films.

• Physical Release: A 4K steelbook edition is available for pre-order on Amazon, although the official release date remains unannounced. Amazon's pre-order price guarantee offers some security.

Plot Summary of Sonic the Hedgehog 3

The film explores the origins of Shadow the Hedgehog, previously seen in Sonic Adventure 2 and Sonic x Shadow Generations. Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails face Shadow, a powerful new adversary, forcing them into an unlikely alliance to save the planet.

How to Watch Sonic the Hedgehog 1 and 2

Both previous films are available on Blu-ray and various streaming services. Sonic the Hedgehog 1 can be found on Hulu, Paramount+, Peacock, and Prime Video. Sonic the Hedgehog 2 streams on Hulu, Paramount+, and Prime Video. Paramount+ also hosts other Sonic adaptations.

Post-Credits Scene?

Yes! Sonic the Hedgehog 3 features both mid-credits and post-credits scenes (details may be found in separate spoiler guides).

Cast and Crew

• Director: Jeff Fowler
• Writers: Patrick Casey, Josh Miller, John Wittington
• Cast: Ben Schwartz (Sonic), Colleen O'Shaughnessey (Tails), Idris Elba (Knuckles), Keanu Reeves (Shadow), Jim Carrey (Dr. Robotnik/Gerald Robotnik), James Marsden (Tom Wachowski), Tika Sumpter (Maddie Wachowski), Krysten Ritter (Director Rockwell), Natasha Rothwell (Rachel), Lee Majdoub (Agent Stone), Alyla Browne (Maria), Shemar Moore (Randall Handel), Adam Pally (Wade Whipple)

Rating and Runtime

Rated PG for action, some violence, rude humor, thematic elements, and mild language. Runtime: 1 hour and 50 minutes.