Sonic the Hedgehog 3’s First Reactions Are In

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 will likely perform well at the box office based on the first reactions on social media. The third installment of Sonic the Hedgehog premiered in the United Kingdom last week and many critics have openly shared their reactions on social media.

The Sonic the Hedgehog movie franchise debuted in 2020. It introduced the anthropomorphic blue hedgehog with large green eyes who wears white gloves and red shoes. The protagonist is characterized by his agility and speed, and the movies feature him opposite his nemesis Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey). The first movie was well-received due to its humor and Carrey’s notable performance. It scored a sequel, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 released two years later, on April 8, 2022. The second film introduced fan-favorite characters, including Tails and Knuckles. It was also a hit, so the third film being greenlighted was somewhat expected. However, according to critics, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is the best in the trilogy.

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Several critics took to social media to share their approval for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 after Paramount lifted the social reactions embargo following its UK premiere. All of them have nothing but praise for the film after watching it. Some even said it was “the best video game adaptation ever made,” according to Luiz Fernando on X, formerly Twitter. Another social media user wrote, “SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 3 IS THE BEST SONIC MOVIE TO DATE!” A different critic said it was the best of the three films from the franchise.

Among the things that the critics love about the show are Carrey’s performance as the antagonist, Keanu Reeve’s addition as it handles Shadow’s story arc well, and the trio Ben Schwartz (Sonic), Colleen O’ Shaughnessey (Miles’ Tails’ Prower) and the Idris Elba (Knuckles). It appears that the casting was perfect because everyone did their part well and their portrayal for each role was splendid. Schwartz, Elba and O’ Shaughnessey’s voices were the perfect combo for the three protagonists. Aside from the effective casting and impressive performance, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 reportedly succeeded due to its impressive storyline, including a mix of heartfelt moments, hilarious scenes and action-packed sequences.

Several movie series fail to keep the momentum after the second or third film. However, it’s clear that Sonic the Hedgehog has kept the elements that make the movie adaptations a success for the viewers – the players and those who do not play the video game. It’s not surprising that fans love Sonic the Hedgehog movies, given that they were true to the video game franchise by capturing Sonic’s true identity and abilities. The inclusion of his pals, Tails and Knuckles, in the sequel made it even better.

Sonic’s energy and fun-loving persona and Carrey’s outstanding performance of Dr. Robotnik resonate with the audiences. It has a great blend of humor and poignant scenes, making it a great choice for families who want to bond over movies. Additionally, the colorful CGI makes the visuals very effective. Most importantly, the films have this nostalgic factor that long-time fans of video games love, as it reconnects them to a fun part of their childhood. At the same, the movies were the best way to introduce the adorable character to new audiences. Overall, Sonic the Hedgehog is a great family movie and with the positive reviews from critics for its third film, more will surely watch it in theaters later this week.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 hits theaters on Friday, December 20, 2024.

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