Sonic 3 fan event revealed, new trailer too

More news for the highly anticipated third entry in the Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise has just been revealed.

Recently, Paramount Pictures’ official YouTube account just unveiled an exciting second trailer of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, including more scenes of Shadow the Hedgehog.

In addition, Paramount Pictures and Sega just revealed the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Opening Day Fan Event before the third film’s theatrical release throughout America on December 20, 2025.

Fans will be given the chance to witness Sonic the Hedgehog 3 in cinemas at an opening day movie event on December 19. They will get to view it first at 3pm local time exclusively in premium formats at participating locations such as Dolby Cinema, 4DX, DBOX, SCREENX, as well as other premium format theaters throughout the nation. Moreover, Opening Day Fan Event tickets alongside general Sonic the Hedgehog 3 tickets are now available for purchase.

Purchasing tickets for the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Opening Day Fan Event Screening can be done by visiting the Sonic The Hedgehog Movie’s See It First page. Meanwhile, fans can also purchase general tickets on the general website.

Attendees at the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 fan event screening will be able to see extra behind the scenes content prior to the feature for this special show. Ticket holders will also receive limited-edition gifts consisting of one of four unique limited edition character keychains together with an exclusive 12”x18” collector’s art print made specially for fans appearing for this one-night event. Do decide quickly while supplies last.

Paramount Pictures’ President of Domestic Distribution Chris Aronson, stated:

“There is tremendous excitement from fans for the upcoming release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3. The series keeps growing from film to film, and this will be the biggest installment yet. We’re thrilled to reward loyal fans nationwide with the chance to see Sonic first in the most immersive way on the big screen.”

The third movie in the series returns this Christmas season with Sonic’s most exhilarating adventure yet. Anthropomorphic trio Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails assemble to fight a formidable foe named Shadow, a mysterious villain with powers unlike anything they encountered before. Unfortunately, their abilities are outmatched, and this time Sonic and the gang must find an unlikely alliance in order to stop Shadow and to protect the planet.

Jeff Fowler returns as director for the third Sonic the Hedgehog movie. The film will also bring back a star-studded cast including Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Idris Elba, Colleen O’Shaughnessey, Natasha Rothwell, Shemar Moore, Adam Pally, and Lee Majdoub. Other actors making their debut into the series includes Alyla Browne, Krysten Ritter, and the highly anticipated Keanu Reeves as the voice actor for Shadow the Hedgehog.

Some earlier information regarding Sonic the Hedgehog 3 suggests that the film will take place across three settings including London, Tokyo, and even in space. The film will also feature Shadow’s backstory, implying a more darker tone and feel for the upcoming movie.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 releases in theaters on December 20.