First Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Reactions Arrive Online – How Does It Compare To The Rest Of The Franchise?

The first reactions to Sonic the Hedgehog 3 have arrived online, revealing how it compares to the rest of the franchise. Based on Sega’s video games, the third film follows Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles as they form an unlikely alliance with Dr. Robotnik to face off against a powerful and mysterious new enemy, Shadow the Hedgehog. Sonic the Hedgehog 3‘s cast includes the return of Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, Colleen O’Shaughnessey, Natasha Rothwell, Shemar Moore, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, and Idris Elba, while Keanu Reeves and Krysten Ritter join the cast as new characters.




Now, following its premiere in London on December 10, the first reactions to Sonic the Hedgehog 3 have arrived online. Overall, the reactions are overwhelmingly positive, praising it as the best installment yet in the trilogy. Check them out below:

@joedeckelmeier says, “#SonicMovie3 is great! We get a double dose of Jim Carrey, who is brilliant! Keanu is fantastic as Shadow! This is the perfect family movie! These Sonic movies canโ€™t go wrong. I only wish we got a little more Tika Sumpter & James Marsden! They really help ground these movies, but I get it. Thereโ€™s a lot of characters to serve.”


@colliderfrosty says, “#Sonic3 is definitely the best one yet. The addition of Shadow (voiced by Keanu Reeves) adds a great antagonist that isnโ€™t empty calories. But the reason to see the Sonic movies is Jim Carrey. Heโ€™s such a brilliant performer and he never gives less than his everything. Was a lot of fun watching him play off himself. He plays two roles in the sequel.”


@HollywoodHandle says, “#SonicMovie3 nears perfection and is easily the best film of the trilogy. While the first film felt like it was a kids film, this third film feels like itโ€™s aimed at young adults with its story and tone although the jokes never fail to find their place for the younger audience. Keanu Reeves is the perfect casting for Shadow who is handled with great care and has a story thatโ€™s emotional and powerful. Jim Carreyโ€™s return turns the dial up on his charismatic and energetic characteristics. Ben Schwartz, Colleen Oโ€™ Shaughnessey and Idris Elba are an unstoppable trio that bring the film together with their vocal performances.”


@chriskillian says, “Itโ€™s not often that each movie gets better in a trilogy, but #SonicMovie3 is the best of the bunch. Thereโ€™s action-packed goofiness a plenty thanks to Jim Carrey pulling double duty, but what I didnโ€™t expect was a surprisingly moving performance from Keanu Reeves and a third act that might make Sonic fans a little weepy-eyed. Also – there are two big post credits scenes so AVOID SPOILERS. Itโ€™s clear @fowltown and crew have a great affinity for the Blue Blur and heโ€™s not going anywhere anytime soon.”

@dbapz says, “#SonicMovie3 is an ABSOLUTE BLAST and a DREAM COME TRUE for Sonic fans. Keanu Reeves is effortlessly cool and brings so much style and raw intensity to Shadow, whose origin fans will love to see brought to life. Heartfelt, hilarious, and hands down the BEST SONIC ADVENTURE YET.”


@jeffreyvega says, “Iโ€™ve seen Sonic 3 and I was surprised that my favorite emotional arc was actually with Dr. Robotnik (!!) The cast is as wonderful and goofy as ever and I teared up when I heard [SPOILER]. Also, you are NOT prepared for the mid-credits scene.”

@RachelLeishman says, “#SonicMovie3 begs the question: What if Ben Schwartz made me cry as a blue guy who has to go fast? Just as action-packed and as fun as the first two films, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 really ups the anti and reminds us why we love these movies. Go TEAM SONIC!


@FrewFilm says, “What can I say? #SonicMovie3 really did feel like a dream come true. I have more thoughts, but in the spirit of Shadow, Iโ€™ll leave you with one word: DAMN.”

@jameslister97 says, “Surprising no one… #SonicMovie3 is the best Sonic yet! It’s also the best video game adaptation to date. With electrifying action, truly touching moments, and Jim Carrey doing what he does best, Sonic 3 marks a wonderfully chaotic end to the year. What an utter blast!



What Sonic The Hedgehog 3’s First Reactions Mean For The Movie

How Does It Compare To The Rest Of The Franchise?

Released in 2020, Sonic the Hedgehog reviews praised the first film as fast-paced and full of fun, offering an entertaining and family-friendly adaptation of the video game, while also offering a great platform for Jim Carrey’s zany energy. The first sequel followed in 2022, with Sonic the Hedgehog 2 reviews praising it as a decent sequel that should satisfy fans of the first film, even though it doesn’t quite match the excitement of the best Sonic video games. However, critics and especially audiences considered the sequel a step up from the original movie.


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Now, the first reactions to Sonic the Hedgehog 3 are overwhelmingly positive, with many calling it the best film in the trilogy. Viewers are once again praising Jim Carrey’s performance, this time in dual roles as Dr. Ivo Robotnik and Gerald Robotnik, Ivo’s grandfather who created Shadow the Hedgehog, with Keanu Reeves’ portrayal of Shadow also receiving much praise. Overall, with its first reactions being overwhelmingly positive, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 already seems to have cemented itself among the top-tier of recent video game adaptations.

Our Take On Sonic The Hedgehog 3’s First Reactions

Some Are Calling It The Best In The Trilogy


Following the success of the first two films, expectations for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 are sky-high. Based on the first reactions, it seems the threequel has exceeded them, delivering what some are calling the best entry in the trilogy. However, as is the case with many video game adaptations, it faces the challenge of living up to the legendary games that inspired it, setting the stage for spirited debate among fans.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3
releases in theaters on December 20.

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