Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Cast | Meet the film’s voice actors
Discuss the film revealed that a trailer for the film was released during CinemaCon 2024, giving event attendees an exclusive look at the return of Jim Carrey’s now more, uh, rotund Dr. Robotnik, with a new, more accurate appearance for the game. The teaser also gave lucky viewers a first look at Shadow the Hedgehog, […]
Discuss the film revealed that a trailer for the film was released during CinemaCon 2024, giving event attendees an exclusive look at the return of Jim Carrey’s now more, uh, rotund Dr. Robotnik, with a new, more accurate appearance for the game.
The teaser also gave lucky viewers a first look at Shadow the Hedgehog, Sonic’s new rival. Yes, he even drives a motorcycle. Hopefully everyone can see this trailer as soon as possible.
To keep you up to date with the latest from the Sonic Cinematic Universe, our Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Ending Explained page should prove a handy reminder of what to expect next.
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Between Sonic 2 and 3, the Idris Elba-led spinoff TV series Knuckles airs on Paramount Plus. It will be worth watching to keep you updated before the third film arrives at the end of this year.
Read on to find the full list of confirmed Sonic the Hedgehog 3 cast members and where you’ve already seen/heard them.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Cast: Who’s Starring in the Sequel?
The following main cast members appear in Sonic the Hedgehog 3:
- Ben Schwartz like Sonic
- Colleen O’Shaughnessey like tails
- Idris Elba like Knuckles
- Jim Carrey as Dr. Robotnik
- James Marsden in the role of Tom Wachowski
- Tika Sumpter as Maddie Wachowski
- Lee Majdoub as Agent Stone
- Keanu Reeves like the Shadow
- Tom Butler as Commander Walters
- Alyla Browne the bride
Here’s what you need to know about the main players and where you might recognize them from.
Ben Schwartz plays Sonic
Who is Sonic? Sonic the Hedgehog is the star of the show. The iconic Blue Blur is a gaming mascot from legendary Japanese developer Sega. He can run incredibly fast and loves chili dogs. Ben Schwartz reprises his role from the first two films to once again voice Sonic.
Where do I recognize Ben Schwartz from? You’ll probably recognize Ben Schwartz from his memorable stint as Parks and Recreation’s Jean-Ralphio Saperstein. He also appeared in The Afterparty and Renfield.
Colleen O’Shaughnessey voices Tails
Who is Tails? Tails is Sonic’s super intelligent sidekick who can use his two tails to fly for limited periods of time. Colleen O’Shaughnessey reprises her voice role as the courageous yellow fox.
Where do I recognize Colleen O’Shaughnessey from? Perhaps best known as the current voice actress of Tails in the Sonic games, TV shows, and films, O’Shaughnessey also voiced Cho-Cho Akimichi/Ino Yamanaka/Akari in the English version of the Boruto anime series : Naruto Next Generations through 101 episodes. She has appeared in numerous games and animated television series over the years.
Idris Elba plays Knuckles
Who is Knuckles? Knuckles is a red echidna with a powerful punch and the ability to glide in Sonic the Hedgehog. He’s bound to be more of an ally to Sonic this time around and even has his own spinoff show. Knuckles is once again voiced by Idris Elba.
Where have I seen Idris Elba before? Where have you never seen Idris Elba before? Most famous for his roles in Luther and The Wire, Elba has appeared as Heimdall in the MCU films, as Krall in Star Trek Beyond, as the villain in Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw and as Bloodsport in The Suicide Squad. He was even on The Office (USA) as Charles Miner for a while.
Jim Carrey plays Dr. Robotnik
Who is Dr. Robotnik? Dr. Robotnik is Sonic’s main enemy and the inventor of many dastardly machines. Jim Carrey reprises his villain role in Sonic 3.
Where have I seen Jim Carrey before? Dumb and Dumber, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Ace Ventura, The Mask, Bruce Almighty, The Truman Show, The Cable Guy, A series of Unfortunate Events, How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Liar Liar, Batman Forever… the list goes on .
Keanu Reeves voices Shadow
Who is Shadow? Shadow the Hedgehog was created by Dr. Robotnik in his never-ending quest to defeat Sonic. He shares many attributes with Sonic, including his speed, but is blessed with additional powers in the form of Chaos Control.
He is, however, much darker than Sonic and does everything in memory of his best friend Maria in the games. Presumably something similar will happen in the third Sonic movie.
He was widely reported that Keanu Reeves is the voice actor behind Shadow, which should fit his brooding character very GOOD. Talk about a dream casting.
Where have I seen Keanu Reeves before? Keanu Reeves is best known for his legendary appearances as Neo in the Matrix films and John Wick in the John Wick films. You will also have seen him in Speed, Point Break and the Bill and Ted films.
James Marsden plays Tom Wachowski
Who is Tom Wachowski? Tom Wachowski is the sheriff of Green Hills, where he meets Sonic the Hedgehog. He is one of the two main human protagonist characters who make up Sonic’s unlikely home life alongside his wife Maddie Wachowski. James Marsden reprises his role here for the third time.
Where have I seen James Marsden before? James Marsden is famous for his role as Cyclops in the X-Men films, Prince Edward in Enchanted, and for often playing the human character alongside a CGI animal like Sonic – see: Hop.
Tika Sumpter plays Maddie Wachowski
Who is Maddie Wachowski? Maddie Wachowski is married to Sheriff Tom and is a veterinarian. Tika Sumpter reprises her role as someone who is essentially Sonic’s mother figure.
Where do I recognize Tika Sumpter from? Outside of the Sonic films, you will have seen Tika Sumpter in The Underdoggs, Mixed-ish, The Haves and the Have Nots, and heard her voice in Final Space (Quinn Ergon / Nightfall).
Lee Majdoub plays Agent Stone
Who is Agent Stone? Agent Stone is Dr. Robotnik’s assistant and was the owner of the Mean Bean Coffee Café in Green Hills. Lee Majdoub reprises his character role in the third film.
Where have I seen Lee Majdoub before? You’ll recognize Lee Majdoub as the voice of Basim in Assassin’s Creed Mirage and from his appearances in The 100, Dirk Gently’s Holistic Detective Agency and You Me Her.
Tom Butler plays Commander Walters
Who is Commander Walters? Commander of the Guardian Units of the Nations, Walters is a human character from the Sonic films and loves Olive Garden. Tom Butler reprises his character role in the third film.
Where have I seen Tom Butler before? With 165 credits to his name as an actor, you’ve probably seen Tom Butler in something other than the Sonic films. He played Dr. Campbell in Freddy vs. Jason, for example, and played Mayor Lesley Adams in the American version of The Killing.
Alyla Browne plays Maria
Who is Marie ? Maria is Shadow’s best friend and she inspires Shadow for everything he does after he dies in the games. She represents a bit of what Project Shadow was originally and why Shadow says “Maria” all the time. Time will tell what role she plays in the film, but she is instrumental in Shadow’s story.
Where do I recognize Alyla Browne from? A young actress with only a handful of credits to her name, you’ll recognize Alyla Browne from Three Thousand Years of Desire (Young Alithea), Sting and Alice Hart’s The Lost Flowers.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is set to arrive in UK cinemas on December 20, 2024.
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