Team Sonic is back. Sonic the Hedgehog 3, now streaming on Paramount+, is the newest adventure in the ever-expanding World of Sonic the Hedgehog. The hit movie follows Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles as the trio faces off against a mysterious – and mighty – new foe. Can they stop the enemy, and save the world before it’s too late?
Get your tail (and, hey, your knuckles, too) in gear. Read on for a title-by-title look at the Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise, including Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and find out what's the best order to watch the movies. Go team!
How to watch the Sonic the Hedgehog movies in order
If you want to watch the Sonic the Hedgehog movies in order, storyline-wise, then here's what you need to know: The big-screen story of the world's favorite blue hedgehog begins in Sonic the Hedgehog (2020), and then continues chronologically in Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (2022) and Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024).
But remember this: When it comes to watching the movies, there's no wrong order. Start with Sonic the Hedgehog, or Sonic the Hedgehog 2, or speed straight to Sonic the Hedgehog 3 – they're all waiting for you to enjoy.
What is Sonic the Hedgehog 3 about?
In Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite against a powerful new adversary: Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they have faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, Team Sonic must seek out an unlikely alliance in hopes of stopping Shadow and protecting the planet.
What was the release date for Sonic the Hedgehog 3?
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 opened in theaters on Dec. 20, 2024. Now streaming on Paramount+, the film stars Adam Palley, Natasha Rothwell, Shemar Moore, and Jim Carrey in the dual roles of Dr. Ivo Robotnik and Gerald Robotnik. Ben Schwartz reprises his vocal role as Sonic the Hedgehog, as does Colleen O’Shaughnessey as Tails, and Idris Elba as Knuckles.
New cast members for this installment of the franchise include Alyla Browne and Krysten Ritter, plus Keanu Reeves as the voice of Shadow the Hedgehog.
As of publication, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is a Certified Fresh-designated hit on the film-review site Rotten Tomatoes. It is rated PG by the Motion Picture Association (MPA).
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What is Sonic the Hedgehog about?
In an adventure for the entire family, our title hero races to save the world from the evil genius Dr. Ivo Robotnik, who covets global domination at all costs.
Where can I stream Sonic the Hedgehog?
You can stream Sonic the Hedgehog onParamount+. The kids-and-family movie stars James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Natasha Rothwell, Adam Pally, Neal McDonough, and Lee Majdoub, with Jim Carrey as the evil Dr. Ivo Robotnik. The movie also features Ben Schwartz as the voice of Sonic the Hedgehog and Colleen O’Shaughnessey as the voice of Tails. The kids-and-family title is rated PG.
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What is Sonic the Hedgehog 2 about?
After settling in the town of Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove that he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test arrives when the evil Dr. Ivo Robotnik returns, this time with a new echidna partner named Knuckles. The twosome is on the hunt for an emerald with the power to destroy civilizations. In order to stop them, Sonic requires a partner of his own. He teams up with Tails, and together they embark on a globe-trotting journey to find the jewel before it falls into the wrong hands.
Where can I stream Sonic the Hedgehog 2?
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 streams on Paramount+. James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Natasha Rothwell, Adam Pally, and Lee Majdoub all return for Sonic the Hedgehog 2. Jim Carrey is back, too, as the nefarious Dr. Ivo Robotnik, along with Ben Schwartz as the voice of Sonic the Hedgehog, and Colleen O’Shaughnessey as the voice of Tails. New cast members include Shemar Moore, plus Idris Elba as the voice of Knuckles. Like its predecessor, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is rated PG.
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What movies can I watch that are like the Sonic the Hedgehog movies?
If you like the Sonic the Hedgehog movies, Paramount+ recommends titles such as IF, PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run – and, Knuckles, a six-episode event series about Knuckles, the Echidna warrior, and his action-packed journey of self-discovery as he trains Wade Whipple (Adam Pally) to be his protégé. (Timeline-wise, Knuckles takes place between the events of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Sonic the Hedgehog 3.)
IF, PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, The Spongebob Movie: Sponge on the Run, and Knuckles – plus loads more shows and movies – are streaming now on Paramount+.
How do I sign up for Paramount+?
You can sign up for Paramount+ online at ParamountPlus.com, and on mobile devices via the Paramount+ app for iOS and Android. (CC required. T&Cs apply.) Choose your streaming device from the list below, and read the instructions on how to get started:
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