The official release date for the next installment of the Sonic the Hedgehog film series, titled Sonic the Hedgehog 4, has been revealed. According to Deadline, the movie is set to hit theaters on March 19, 2027. This announcement comes as the third film in the series, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, continues its record-breaking run at the box office and receives critical acclaim.
The wait between Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and 4 will be shorter than the previous installment, with a two-year and three-month gap compared to the two years and eight months between the first and third films. This suggests that the franchise will continue to have event movies at regular intervals in the future.
The post-credits scene in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 laid the groundwork for the next installment, introducing an army of Metal Sonics and Amy Rose, who defeated them with her Piko Piko Hammer. This implies that the fourth movie will draw inspiration from Sonic CD and other classic games, potentially featuring other characters from the Sonic franchise.
With the release date announced, fans are already eagerly anticipating the next adventure for the Blue Blur. The film’s director, Jeff Fowler, has yet to share more details about the plot, but with the success of the previous installment, it’s expected to be a thrill ride for fans of the series and the video game franchise.
The release of Sonic the Hedgehog 4 may also pose a challenge for the film’s marketing team, as it will be competing with Legendary Pictures’ untitled Godzilla vs. Kong sequel, which is set to hit theaters on March 26, 2027. However, with Sonic the Hedgehog 3 still performing well in theaters, it’s possible that the series will continue its string of success without issue.
The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise has a rich history to draw from, and with the next installment released in the near future, fans can expect more game-accurate events and characters to be featured in the film. As the series continues to expand at a steady pace, it’s likely that Sonic the Hedgehog 4 will be one of the most anticipated films of 2027.