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CYBERPUNK STAR JOINS SONIC 3 AS VILLAIN
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CYBERPUNK STAR JOINS SONIC 3 AS VILLAIN

Apr 16, 2024 8:18 AM

The upcoming movie "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" is set to elevate the popular Sega franchise with the appearance of one of Sonic's greatest adversaries, Shadow. In an exciting development, paramount studios has managed to cast John Wick and The Matrix star Keanu Reeves to voice Shadow. Ben Schwartz and Idris Elba will reprise their roles as Sonic and Knuckles, while Jim Carrey's return as Dr. Robotnik is speculated. The story will revolve around Robotnik's determination to defeat Sonic with the help of Shadow after his previous downfall. Keanu Reeves has a history with video game adaptations, having played Johnny Silverhand in Cyberpunk 2077, and the role of Neo in Matrix Resurrections. "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" promises a thrilling cinematic experience for fans when it releases on December 25, 2024, with future productions hinting at an even grander scale for the franchise.

Who is voicing Shadow in the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie?

Keanu Reeves is rumored to be voicing the character Shadow in "Sonic the Hedgehog 3".

Sonic the Hedgehog started as a classic Sega video game franchise in 1991, with the iconic blue hedgehog becoming one of the most recognizable characters in gaming history. The first film adaptation was released in 2020, followed by a sequel in 2022, which saw critical and financial success, leading to the third installment. The movies have expanded the world of Sonic, bringing in characters familiar to players of the video game series and introducing them to the big screen. Fans of the franchise can look forward to seeing how the film continues to blend elements of the original games with a Hollywood cast, including the star power of Reeves in the latest installment.



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Samira Khan is a narrative enthusiast with a keen eye for storytelling in games. Her literary approach to game criticism examines themes, character development, and plot structure, earning her a following among gamers who appreciate the art of narrating.

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