In the world of Hollywood, excitement is brewing as a beloved blue speedster wraps up production on his fourth movie. Director Jeff Fowler took to social media on a Friday in May to announce that “Sonic the Hedgehog 4” has officially finished filming, teasing fans with a first look at the villainous Metal Sonic. The robotic alter ego of our favorite hedgehog made a brief appearance at the end of the third film back in 2024, leaving audiences eagerly anticipating his return ever since.
Fowler, in a triumphant photo with a Metal Sonic puppet, confidently declared, “And that’s a wrap on #SonicMovie4!!! On behalf of this amazing cast/crew, we have filmed the BEST Sonic Movie yet and can’t wait to share.” This bold statement comes as no surprise, considering the franchise has already crossed the impressive milestone of $1 billion globally, with the third installment being the highest-grossing entry thus far.
Returning for the fourth movie are familiar voices such as Ben Schwartz as Sonic, Kristen Bell as Amy Rose, and Colleen O’Shaughnessey as Tails. Joining the cast this time around are Idris Elba as Knuckles, Keanu Reeves as Shadow, and a stellar live-action lineup including Jim Carrey as Dr. Robotnik, James Marsden, and Tika Sumpter.
New faces in the mix include talented actors such as Ben Kingsley, Matt Berry, Lee Majdoub, Nick Offerman, and Richard Ayoade, although their specific roles have yet to be revealed. As the anticipation builds, fans can mark their calendars for the movie’s release on Wednesday, March 19, 2027, brought to you by Paramount Pictures and Sega.
While Fowler did not unveil a trailer alongside his wrap announcement, he did gift fans with a glimpse of the enigmatic Metal Sonic. For those who grew up playing the Genesis games and those who accompanied their kids to the first movie in 2020, this tantalizing sneak peek is sure to be enough to reignite excitement for the upcoming cinematic adventure.
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