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Sonic the Hedgehog 4

Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is an upcoming American action-adventure comedy film based on Sega’s Sonic the Hedgehog video game series.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is an upcoming American action-adventure comedy film based on Sega’s Sonic the Hedgehog video game series. It is the fourth film in the Sonic the Hedgehog film series, which began with Sonic the Hedgehog (film), and the sequel to Sonic the Hedgehog 3, with Jeff Fowler directing. The film is scheduled for release in the United States on March 19, 2027.

Production

The film was officially greenlit in late 2024 and later scheduled for a March 19, 2027 release. By May 2026, reporting indicated that filming had wrapped, with Jeff Fowler confirming production progress. The film is produced by Neal H. Moritz, Toby Ascher, and Toru Nakahara, and is a co-production between Paramount Pictures and Sega Sammy Group.

Cast

Returning cast members reported for the film include Ben Schwartz, Jim Carrey, Idris Elba, Keanu Reeves, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Colleen O'Shaughnessey, and Lee Majdoub. Kristen Bell was reported to be joining as the voice of Amy Rose, with several additional roles still undisclosed.

Release

Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is scheduled to be released in the United States by Paramount Pictures on March 19, 2027, following the releases of Sonic the Hedgehog (film), Sonic the Hedgehog 2, and Sonic the Hedgehog 3. This date has been repeated across multiple entertainment and database sources.

Key facts

  • It is the fourth installment in the Sonic the Hedgehog film series.
  • The film is a sequel to Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024).
  • Jeff Fowler is directing the film.
  • Kristen Bell is reported to join the cast as Amy Rose.
  • The film is scheduled for theatrical release on March 19, 2027.
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Canadian context

The film is part of a major Hollywood franchise with a large Canadian audience, but no Canada-specific release details or Canadian production involvement were provided in the available sources.

Frequently asked questions

What is Sonic the Hedgehog 4?
It is an upcoming American live-action action-adventure comedy film based on Sega’s Sonic the Hedgehog franchise.
Is it a sequel?
Yes. It is the fourth film in the series and the sequel to Sonic the Hedgehog 3.
Who is directing the film?
Jeff Fowler is directing Sonic the Hedgehog 4.
When will it be released?
It is scheduled for release in the United States on March 19, 2027.
Who is in the cast?
Reported cast members include Ben Schwartz, Jim Carrey, Idris Elba, Keanu Reeves, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Colleen O'Shaughnessey, Lee Majdoub, and Kristen Bell.

References

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16744566/
    Supports: Release date of March 19, 2027.
  2. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonic_the_Hedgehog_4_(film)
    Supports: Overview, director, cast, sequel status, and release date.
  3. Variety — https://variety.com/2025/film/news/sonic-4-release-date-march-2027-1236280697/
    Supports: March 19, 2027 release date.
  4. The Hollywood Reporter — https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/sonic-4-amy-rose-hammer-sequel-production-hedgehog-1236519779/
    Supports: Production start, cast details, and release date.
  5. Deadline — https://deadline.com/2026/05/sonic-the-hedgehog-4-wraps-production-1236906984/
    Supports: Production wrap, cast, and release timing.