The Sonic the Hedgehog movie franchise has already delivered two successful installments, bringing the beloved blue speedster to the big screen in a way that resonates with both long-time fans and newcomers. With Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2025), the bar is set high as the series continues to evolve. Directed by Jeff Fowler, the third movie in the series promises bigger action, deeper character arcs, and more iconic moments from the world of Sonic. But does it manage to meet or exceed the high expectations set by its predecessors? Let’s find out.
Plot and Premise
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 picks up where the second movie left off, with Sonic (Ben Schwartz) continuing his adventures alongside his trusty sidekick Tails (Colleen O’Shaughnessey) and the tough-as-nails Knuckles the Echidna (Idris Elba). Following the defeat of Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey) in the previous film, the trio is faced with an even greater challenge when a new villain emerges: Shadow the Hedgehog.
Shadow, a mysterious and powerful hedgehog created by Dr. Gerald Robotnik, is a formidable opponent who holds a personal vendetta against Sonic. Shadow’s introduction is one of the most anticipated elements of the film, given his deep connection to Sonic’s universe and his complex moral compᴀss. The film delves into Shadow’s backstory, exploring his origin and the motivations behind his antagonism towards Sonic.
As the team comes together to face this new threat, they also find themselves confronting a larger mystery surrounding the Chaos Emeralds—powerful gemstones that grant immense abilities. The search for the Chaos Emeralds becomes a race against time as Robotnik, alongside Shadow, seeks to harness their power for his own nefarious purposes.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 picks up where the second movie left off, with Sonic (Ben Schwartz) continuing his adventures alongside his trusty sidekick Tails (Colleen O’Shaughnessey) and the tough-as-nails Knuckles the Echidna (Idris Elba). Following the defeat of Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey) in the previous film, the trio is faced with an even greater challenge when a new villain emerges: Shadow the Hedgehog.
Shadow, a mysterious and powerful hedgehog created by Dr. Gerald Robotnik, is a formidable opponent who holds a personal vendetta against Sonic. Shadow’s introduction is one of the most anticipated elements of the film, given his deep connection to Sonic’s universe and his complex moral compᴀss. The film delves into Shadow’s backstory, exploring his origin and the motivations behind his antagonism towards Sonic.
As the team comes together to face this new threat, they also find themselves confronting a larger mystery surrounding the Chaos Emeralds—powerful gemstones that grant immense abilities. The search for the Chaos Emeralds becomes a race against time as Robotnik, alongside Shadow, seeks to harness their power for his own nefarious purposes.
