Sonic the Hedgehog Franchise Hits Box Office Milestone
The Sonic the Hedgehog film series by Paramount Pictures has achieved a significant milestone, breaching the $1 billion mark in worldwide box office revenue.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Achieves Major Earnings
The latest installment, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, has recently earned over $100 million internationally and more than $187 million domestically, accumulating a global total of over $312 million.
Popularity of Sonic Films Continues to Rise
Following its release, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has attracted audiences globally, contributing to the franchise’s impressive box office success.
Previous Sonic Films’ Success
Sonic the Hedgehog, released in February 2020, and its sequel, released in April 2022, together made $725.2 million worldwide. Additionally, they generated $181 million from home entertainment sales.
Knuckles Spinoff Series Performance
Last April, the spinoff series “Knuckles” premiered on Paramount +, amassing over 11 million global streaming hours in its first 28 days.
Critical Acclaim for Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 debuted with an “A” CinemaScore and an 86% score on Rotten Tomatoes, tying it as the top-reviewed video game film adaptation.
Star-Studded Cast Returns for Latest Film
The newest film features returning stars such as Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, and Idris Elba, among others, directed by Jeff Fowler with a screenplay by Pat Casey, Josh Miller, and John Whittington.
Development of a Fourth Sonic Film
Paramount has announced that a fourth Sonic the Hedgehog movie is currently in development.
“We are so overjoyed with the amazing response to the Sonic the Hedgehog films from audiences and fans around the world and are proud to be part of the incredible, world-class filmmaking team that has come together to build this franchise. We make these movies for the fans; and their passion, support and love for these characters is what drives us every day to continue creating the fast, funny, and action-packed stories that make up the ever-expanding Sonic Universe.”
Paramount Pictures President & CEO
YOU ASKED…
How much has Sonic the Hedgehog 3 earned globally?
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has earned over $312 million worldwide to date.
Who is directing the Sonic the Hedgehog films?
All three Sonic films, including the latest, have been directed by Jeff Fowler.
Has Sonic the Hedgehog 3 received positive reviews?
Yes, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has an “A” CinemaScore and an 86% Rotten Tomatoes score, marking it as a top-reviewed video game film.
What is the plot of Sonic the Hedgehog 3?
In the film, Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails team up against a new foe, Shadow, who presents challenges unlike any they’ve faced before.
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