John Krasinski went from playing Jim in The Office to becoming one of the most successful actor-writer-director of this generation. After finding success with A Quiet Place franchise, which he wrote and directed himself, now Krasinski is back with the movie If. If or Imaginary Friend, is the latest movie from his bag of brilliance, which, again, the 44-year-old wrote and directed himself.
Ryan Reynolds and Cailey Fleming in a still from If | Paramount Pictures
The movie has all the who’s who from the industry, starring Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Krasinski himself, alongside his wife, Emily Blunt, and so many others. Cailey Fleming is at the center of the story, who goes on a magical adventure to reconnect people with their imaginary friend who they have lost on their way. The movie recently released its final trailer before premier, and it is a crossover we did not know we needed.
Ryan Reynolds and Cailey Fleming in a still from If | Paramount Pictures
The movie has all the who’s who from the industry, starring Ryan Reynolds, Blake Lively, Krasinski himself, alongside his wife, Emily Blunt, and so many others. Cailey Fleming is at the center of the story, who goes on a magical adventure to reconnect people with their imaginary friend who they have lost on their way. The movie recently released its final trailer before premier, and it is a crossover we did not know we needed.
- 5/13/2024
- by Swagata Das
- FandomWire
Paramount’s miniseries Knuckles has made new history by becoming the most-watched original series on the platform on its premiere weekend. It was viewed more than 4 million hours after releasing all six episodes last April.
Paramount+’s Knuckles
Knuckles also helped give a boost in the viewership of other Sonic the Hedgehog titles. This made Idris Elba feel very happy as he expressed gratitude on his social media platform.
Idris Elba Celebrates The Success Of Paramount’s Knuckles
Executive vice president of programming at Paramount+ Jeff Grossman released a statement via Variety about the success of Knuckles.
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“The ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ fans came out in full force. We’re so thrilled with the record-breaking performance of ‘Knuckles’ and the incredible lift the whole Sonic universe has experienced following ‘Knuckles” premiere.”
Idris Elba via CBS News
Idris Elba,...
Paramount+’s Knuckles
Knuckles also helped give a boost in the viewership of other Sonic the Hedgehog titles. This made Idris Elba feel very happy as he expressed gratitude on his social media platform.
Idris Elba Celebrates The Success Of Paramount’s Knuckles
Executive vice president of programming at Paramount+ Jeff Grossman released a statement via Variety about the success of Knuckles.
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“The ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ fans came out in full force. We’re so thrilled with the record-breaking performance of ‘Knuckles’ and the incredible lift the whole Sonic universe has experienced following ‘Knuckles” premiere.”
Idris Elba via CBS News
Idris Elba,...
- 5/3/2024
- by Ariane Cruz
- FandomWire
The “Knuckles” miniseries on Paramount+ has become the most-watched original series on the platform over its premiere weekend.
Per the streaming service, the “Sonic the Hedgehog” spinoff series was viewed for more than 4 million hours in its first few days of availability after dropping all six episodes on April 26. That also makes it the most-watched kids & family title ever on Paramount+. Viewership for other “Sonic the Hedgehog” titles on the service also saw a substantial lift, up 278% over their daily average.
“The ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ fans came out in full-force,” said Jeff Grossman, executive vice president of programming at Paramount+. “We’re so thrilled with the record-breaking performance of ‘Knuckles’ and the incredible lift the whole Sonic universe has experienced following ‘Knuckles” premiere.”
Paramount+ does not typically release information on the number of viewers for its titles, though they previously revealed such info for the show “Special Ops: Lioness,” which...
Per the streaming service, the “Sonic the Hedgehog” spinoff series was viewed for more than 4 million hours in its first few days of availability after dropping all six episodes on April 26. That also makes it the most-watched kids & family title ever on Paramount+. Viewership for other “Sonic the Hedgehog” titles on the service also saw a substantial lift, up 278% over their daily average.
“The ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ fans came out in full-force,” said Jeff Grossman, executive vice president of programming at Paramount+. “We’re so thrilled with the record-breaking performance of ‘Knuckles’ and the incredible lift the whole Sonic universe has experienced following ‘Knuckles” premiere.”
Paramount+ does not typically release information on the number of viewers for its titles, though they previously revealed such info for the show “Special Ops: Lioness,” which...
- 5/2/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Sonic the Hedgehog is quite the asset for Paramount+.
The streamer debuted the six-episode limited series Knuckles on April 26, expanding the “Cinematic World of Sonic the Hedgehog” — and setting a streaming record in the process.
In its premiere weekend, Knuckles became the most-watched Paramount+ original series of all time with more than 4M hours streamed over that time frame. It’s also Paramount+’s most watched kids and family title ever.
Paramount+ rarely releases streaming data on its own accord, last touting the success of Lawmen: Bass Reeves. Just two episodes of that series amassed around 7.5M viewers globally in its first week on the platform. Of course, that also included a broadcast sampling run, which Knuckles did not receive.
The streamer is also using hours viewed to quantify the Knuckles audience, which makes it more difficult to compare to these previous numbers. Although, Knuckles appears poised to make an...
The streamer debuted the six-episode limited series Knuckles on April 26, expanding the “Cinematic World of Sonic the Hedgehog” — and setting a streaming record in the process.
In its premiere weekend, Knuckles became the most-watched Paramount+ original series of all time with more than 4M hours streamed over that time frame. It’s also Paramount+’s most watched kids and family title ever.
Paramount+ rarely releases streaming data on its own accord, last touting the success of Lawmen: Bass Reeves. Just two episodes of that series amassed around 7.5M viewers globally in its first week on the platform. Of course, that also included a broadcast sampling run, which Knuckles did not receive.
The streamer is also using hours viewed to quantify the Knuckles audience, which makes it more difficult to compare to these previous numbers. Although, Knuckles appears poised to make an...
- 5/2/2024
- by Katie Campione
- Deadline Film + TV
What Is Knuckles' Theme Song in the Paramount Plus Series? Soundtrack Explored - Main Image
After waiting a while, Knuckles from Sonic the Hedgehog 2 finally got his spinoff series. If you already watched the show, you may be wondering what Knuckles' Paramount theme song is. Here's the song title along with the other songs in its soundtrack.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for Knuckles, so proceed with caution.
What is Knuckles TV Series About?
In Knuckles, we find the titular character struggling to adjust to a quiet life in the suburbs. After all, Knuckles (voiced by Idris Elba) was a strong enemy of Sonic in the former film.
As he tries to settle into his new life in Green Hills, he frequently finds himself in trouble with Maddie (voiced by Tika Sumpter).
Later, he decides to become a mentor to the local sheriff's deputy, Wade (voiced by Adam Pally...
After waiting a while, Knuckles from Sonic the Hedgehog 2 finally got his spinoff series. If you already watched the show, you may be wondering what Knuckles' Paramount theme song is. Here's the song title along with the other songs in its soundtrack.
Spoiler Warning: This article includes spoilers for Knuckles, so proceed with caution.
What is Knuckles TV Series About?
In Knuckles, we find the titular character struggling to adjust to a quiet life in the suburbs. After all, Knuckles (voiced by Idris Elba) was a strong enemy of Sonic in the former film.
As he tries to settle into his new life in Green Hills, he frequently finds himself in trouble with Maddie (voiced by Tika Sumpter).
Later, he decides to become a mentor to the local sheriff's deputy, Wade (voiced by Adam Pally...
- 4/30/2024
- EpicStream
“Knuckles,” the live-action/animated spinoff series currently streaming on Paramount+ and featuring the titular red Echidna warrior (voiced by Idris Elba), kicks things off with an amusing ’90s throwback opening title sequence. We encounter markered animations (done by Picturemill) of the main characters, as they jump across the labels of mixed CDs in a binder and roll by the credits, to the tune of “The Warrior” by Scandal featuring Patty Smyth.
It’s all part of Knuckles getting introduced to the “earth music” of his new protégé, dim-witted deputy sheriff Wade Whipples (Adam Pally), while trying to teach him the ways of Echidna-style fighting.
This marks the first series for Knuckles, based on Sega’s popular Sonic the Hedgehog video game franchise, which takes place between the events of the films “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” and “Sonic the Hedgehog 3,” which introduced Elba. It was created by John Whittington (“Sonic the Hedgehog 2...
It’s all part of Knuckles getting introduced to the “earth music” of his new protégé, dim-witted deputy sheriff Wade Whipples (Adam Pally), while trying to teach him the ways of Echidna-style fighting.
This marks the first series for Knuckles, based on Sega’s popular Sonic the Hedgehog video game franchise, which takes place between the events of the films “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” and “Sonic the Hedgehog 3,” which introduced Elba. It was created by John Whittington (“Sonic the Hedgehog 2...
- 4/30/2024
- by Bill Desowitz
- Indiewire
Stars: Idris Elba, Adam Pally, Stockard Channing, Scott Mescudi, Ellie Taylor | Created by John Whittington, Toby Ascher
Taking place between the events of Sonic 2 and Sonic 3, Knuckles (Idris Elba) has a mammoth task on his hands while trying to settle into Earth’s ways. Deputy Sheriff Wade Whipple (Adam Pally) is being trained in the way of an Echidna warrior, but there’s a new villain on the scene — The Buyer (Rory McCann), a former lackey of Doctor Robotnik (Jim Carey) who seeks to obtain Knuckles’ power.
Perhaps there’s an argument to be made that all franchised movies should get a little TV teaser in between waiting for installments as a little treat for their patience. Knuckles is exactly that for fans of Sonic, effortlessly picking up where the events of Sonic 2 left off. It’s rare that a TV programme will begin by walking you through...
Taking place between the events of Sonic 2 and Sonic 3, Knuckles (Idris Elba) has a mammoth task on his hands while trying to settle into Earth’s ways. Deputy Sheriff Wade Whipple (Adam Pally) is being trained in the way of an Echidna warrior, but there’s a new villain on the scene — The Buyer (Rory McCann), a former lackey of Doctor Robotnik (Jim Carey) who seeks to obtain Knuckles’ power.
Perhaps there’s an argument to be made that all franchised movies should get a little TV teaser in between waiting for installments as a little treat for their patience. Knuckles is exactly that for fans of Sonic, effortlessly picking up where the events of Sonic 2 left off. It’s rare that a TV programme will begin by walking you through...
- 4/29/2024
- by Jasmine Valentine
- Nerdly
Following the release of Knuckles on Paramount+, speculation started to swirl about the Sonic The Hedgehog character getting a movie after this year's Sonic 3.
Paramount's Sonic cinematic universe continues to expand following two big-screen blockbusters (2020's Sonic 1 and 2022's Sonic 2). The studio's latest stab at Sega's beloved video game world came from a streaming spin-off series centered on Idris Elba's Knuckles the Echidna.
Elba's Knuckles debuted in 2022's Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and is supposedly set to appear in the upcoming third mainline Sonic film; however, his future beyond that remains unknown.
Read full article on The Direct.
Paramount's Sonic cinematic universe continues to expand following two big-screen blockbusters (2020's Sonic 1 and 2022's Sonic 2). The studio's latest stab at Sega's beloved video game world came from a streaming spin-off series centered on Idris Elba's Knuckles the Echidna.
Elba's Knuckles debuted in 2022's Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and is supposedly set to appear in the upcoming third mainline Sonic film; however, his future beyond that remains unknown.
Read full article on The Direct.
- 4/29/2024
- by Klein Felt
- The Direct
Idris Elba, the man, known for portraying some iconic roles throughout his career is known for his diversified roles. From action to serious roles, from deadpan to quirky, Elba is quite a veteran actor who is still relevant in Hollywood.
Elba, being known for portraying the role of Dci John Luther in the iconic BBC series Luther, seems to have hung the iconic Luther coat. In an interview, however, the Hijack actor stated that there are still some things left for John Luther to do!
Idris Elba as John Luther in a still from Luther There Are Some Things Left For Idris Elba’s Luther To Do!
Premiering in 2010, Luther narrated the tale of Dci John Luther. A homicide detective with a penchant for thinking like a murderer helped him solve the cases but he wasn’t much of a social person. The series became so famous that Luther ran...
Elba, being known for portraying the role of Dci John Luther in the iconic BBC series Luther, seems to have hung the iconic Luther coat. In an interview, however, the Hijack actor stated that there are still some things left for John Luther to do!
Idris Elba as John Luther in a still from Luther There Are Some Things Left For Idris Elba’s Luther To Do!
Premiering in 2010, Luther narrated the tale of Dci John Luther. A homicide detective with a penchant for thinking like a murderer helped him solve the cases but he wasn’t much of a social person. The series became so famous that Luther ran...
- 4/28/2024
- by Visarg Acharya
- FandomWire
The highly anticipated “Sonic the Hedgehog” TV series spinoff, “Knuckles,” is here and it includes a smashingly great cast that’s ready to hit you with your favorite Sega characters.
The six-episode live-action series made its premiere on Friday, April 26. According to Paramount+, the series “follows Knuckles (Idris Elba) on a hilarious and action-packed journey of self-discovery as he agrees to train Wade (Adam Pally) as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior.” The show takes place between the films “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” and “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” and was made by many of the same people involved in the films.
The series was created for television by John Whittington and Toby Ascher, who also serve as showrunners during production.
Here’s a complete “Knuckles” cast and character guide. All six episodes are now streaming on Paramount+.
Idris Elba as Knuckles Idris Elba and Knuckles...
The six-episode live-action series made its premiere on Friday, April 26. According to Paramount+, the series “follows Knuckles (Idris Elba) on a hilarious and action-packed journey of self-discovery as he agrees to train Wade (Adam Pally) as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior.” The show takes place between the films “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” and “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” and was made by many of the same people involved in the films.
The series was created for television by John Whittington and Toby Ascher, who also serve as showrunners during production.
Here’s a complete “Knuckles” cast and character guide. All six episodes are now streaming on Paramount+.
Idris Elba as Knuckles Idris Elba and Knuckles...
- 4/27/2024
- by Raquel 'Rocky' Harris
- The Wrap
Warning: This interview contains mild spoilers from the Knuckles finale. Don’t want to know how it ends? Make like Sonic and Tails after Episode 1, and disappear!
Following Knuckles’ explosive debut on the big screen in 2022’s Sonic the Hedgehog 2, the flame-fisted echidna (voiced by Idris Elba) is back in his own self-titled spinoff series, now streaming on Paramount+. Joined by Wade (Adam Pally), another familiar face from the Sonic Cinematic Universe, Knuckles embarks on a six-episode quest to appreciate — and eventually help save — this wacky floating rock known as Earth.
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Following Knuckles’ explosive debut on the big screen in 2022’s Sonic the Hedgehog 2, the flame-fisted echidna (voiced by Idris Elba) is back in his own self-titled spinoff series, now streaming on Paramount+. Joined by Wade (Adam Pally), another familiar face from the Sonic Cinematic Universe, Knuckles embarks on a six-episode quest to appreciate — and eventually help save — this wacky floating rock known as Earth.
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- 4/27/2024
- by Andy Swift
- TVLine.com
The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise added another media to its roster with the TV show Knuckles. Based on the character from the popular video game franchise, the show is the first live-action series in the film franchise and sees Idris Elba return to voice the titular echidna from the movies.
The first season of Knuckles began streaming on Paramount+ recently and received mixed responses from critics and fans. While the films have been appreciated for their humor and action, the series was said to need more in both departments. One particular complaint against the Sonic spinoff was that there was not enough of Knuckles in the show.
Sonic The Hedgehog Spinoff Series Knuckles Receives Mixed Reviews Idris Elba voices Knuckles in the Sonic the Hedgehog spinoff series Knuckles
The Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise has received rave reviews since the first film’s release in 2020. The film starred James Marsden,...
The first season of Knuckles began streaming on Paramount+ recently and received mixed responses from critics and fans. While the films have been appreciated for their humor and action, the series was said to need more in both departments. One particular complaint against the Sonic spinoff was that there was not enough of Knuckles in the show.
Sonic The Hedgehog Spinoff Series Knuckles Receives Mixed Reviews Idris Elba voices Knuckles in the Sonic the Hedgehog spinoff series Knuckles
The Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise has received rave reviews since the first film’s release in 2020. The film starred James Marsden,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Nishanth A
- FandomWire
This article contains spoilers for the entire Knuckles live-action TV-series.
Knuckles the Echidna. He’s rougher than the rest of them, the best of them, tougher than leather, as his famous theme song boasts. Introduced all the way back in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 on Sega Genesis as the titular hero’s nemesis, the spike fisted loner has gone on to become a key part of the franchise’s cast. Reinterpreted over the years as everything from a rapping treasure hunter in Sonic Adventure to a chosen-one savior that, as a baby egg, was nuked by radiation in the Archie comic series.
The Sonic movies haven’t been shy about drawing direct inspiration from past incarnations of the franchise to help inspire their stories so where does the Knuckles series take its main inspiration from? The Genesis games with their lightning quick action? The much-beloved Sonic Adventure series and its focus on Knuckles’ treasure hunting?...
Knuckles the Echidna. He’s rougher than the rest of them, the best of them, tougher than leather, as his famous theme song boasts. Introduced all the way back in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 on Sega Genesis as the titular hero’s nemesis, the spike fisted loner has gone on to become a key part of the franchise’s cast. Reinterpreted over the years as everything from a rapping treasure hunter in Sonic Adventure to a chosen-one savior that, as a baby egg, was nuked by radiation in the Archie comic series.
The Sonic movies haven’t been shy about drawing direct inspiration from past incarnations of the franchise to help inspire their stories so where does the Knuckles series take its main inspiration from? The Genesis games with their lightning quick action? The much-beloved Sonic Adventure series and its focus on Knuckles’ treasure hunting?...
- 4/26/2024
- by Shamus Kelley
- Den of Geek
Here’s a look at this week’s biggest premieres, parties and openings in Los Angeles and New York, including events for Poolman, A Man in Full and Hacks.
TCM Classic Film Festival
After kicking off with a Pulp Fiction reunion on April 18, the TCM Classic Film Festival continued through the weekend, as Jodie Foster had her handprints and footprints enshrined in concrete at the Tcl Chinese Theatre and then appeared at a screening of her film The Silence of the Lambs; Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins reunited for a screening of their film The Shawshank Redemption; and Mel Brooks introduced a closing night presentation of his film Spaceballs.
Jodie Foster signs her autograph in cement during the Handprint and Footprint Ceremony TCM Host Eddie Muller, Morgan Freeman, Tim Robbins and TCM Host Dave Karger attend ‘The Shawshank Redemption’ screening Mel Brooks speaks onstage at the ‘Spaceballs’ screening
Poolman premiere...
TCM Classic Film Festival
After kicking off with a Pulp Fiction reunion on April 18, the TCM Classic Film Festival continued through the weekend, as Jodie Foster had her handprints and footprints enshrined in concrete at the Tcl Chinese Theatre and then appeared at a screening of her film The Silence of the Lambs; Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins reunited for a screening of their film The Shawshank Redemption; and Mel Brooks introduced a closing night presentation of his film Spaceballs.
Jodie Foster signs her autograph in cement during the Handprint and Footprint Ceremony TCM Host Eddie Muller, Morgan Freeman, Tim Robbins and TCM Host Dave Karger attend ‘The Shawshank Redemption’ screening Mel Brooks speaks onstage at the ‘Spaceballs’ screening
Poolman premiere...
- 4/26/2024
- by Kirsten Chuba
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Since the 1980s, the two biggest gaming companies, Sega and Nintendo, have been engaged in fierce competition to capture the gaming market. To rival the popularity of Nintendo’s iconic poster boy, Mario, Sega created Sonic the Hedgehog in the 1990s. The extremely favorable reception of the speedster hedgehog resulted in Sega venturing into multiple media productions and firmly establishing their legacy in the pop culture business. Even when it came to the silver screen adaptations, it was the overwhelming success of the first Sonic the Hedgehog movie that paved the way for movie adaptations of several popular video game titles.
After the consecutive success of the first two Sonic movies and the buildup of a strong buzz revolving around the third entry due to the confirmation of fan favorite Shadow’s inclusion as an antagonist, Paramount has started feeling pretty confident about building a full-fledged franchise with the Sonic universe.
After the consecutive success of the first two Sonic movies and the buildup of a strong buzz revolving around the third entry due to the confirmation of fan favorite Shadow’s inclusion as an antagonist, Paramount has started feeling pretty confident about building a full-fledged franchise with the Sonic universe.
- 4/26/2024
- by Siddhartha Das
- Film Fugitives
Streaming on: Paramount+
Episodes viewed: 6 of 6
As the film landscape’s obsession with cinematic universes continues – hell, there’s even a horror-themed Poohniverse in development – Paramount has its (speedy) sights set on expanding its Sega-assisted Sonic-verse between big-screen sequels. Enter Paramount+ spin-off miniseries Knuckles – another live-action/CGI hybrid production, like the big-screen outings – arriving before this year’s Sonic 3 (set to introduce Keanu Reeves as Shadow the Hedgehog), expanding the family-friendly franchise with a show focused around the Idris Elba-voiced Echidna.
Die-hard fans looking for mythology deep-dives and tidbits setting up the Blue Blur’s next instalment should, however, temper their expectations. While Knuckles kicks off with a solid first episode helmed by Sonic director Jeff Fowler – opening with a fantastic training sequence which feels ripped straight from the games, along with extended appearances from the whole spiky gang – it quickly becomes apparent that the spinoff isn...
Episodes viewed: 6 of 6
As the film landscape’s obsession with cinematic universes continues – hell, there’s even a horror-themed Poohniverse in development – Paramount has its (speedy) sights set on expanding its Sega-assisted Sonic-verse between big-screen sequels. Enter Paramount+ spin-off miniseries Knuckles – another live-action/CGI hybrid production, like the big-screen outings – arriving before this year’s Sonic 3 (set to introduce Keanu Reeves as Shadow the Hedgehog), expanding the family-friendly franchise with a show focused around the Idris Elba-voiced Echidna.
Die-hard fans looking for mythology deep-dives and tidbits setting up the Blue Blur’s next instalment should, however, temper their expectations. While Knuckles kicks off with a solid first episode helmed by Sonic director Jeff Fowler – opening with a fantastic training sequence which feels ripped straight from the games, along with extended appearances from the whole spiky gang – it quickly becomes apparent that the spinoff isn...
- 4/26/2024
- by Nicola Austin
- Empire - TV
What Sonic the Hedgehog is to speed, Knuckles the Echidna is to strength. He’s a super-serious superhero, and he gets a show of his own this week when “Knuckles” premieres on Paramount+ on Friday, April 26. The series will follow Knuckles as he attempts to train his student in the ways of the Echidna warrior. It promises to be a hilarious and heartfelt journey for Knuckles and his scholar Wade, and no fan of the Sonic franchise will want to miss it! You can watch Knuckles with a 7-Day Free Trial of Paramount Plus. You can also watch with Amazon Prime Video.
How to Watch ‘Knuckles’ Premiere When: Friday, April 26, 2024 Where: Paramount Plus Stream: Watch with a 7-Day Free Trial of Paramount Plus. 7-Day Free Trial$5.99+ / month amazon.com/paramount-plus About ‘Knuckles’ Premiere
Knuckles (voice of Idris Elba) once counted himself among the allies of Dr. Robotnik, the evil genius...
How to Watch ‘Knuckles’ Premiere When: Friday, April 26, 2024 Where: Paramount Plus Stream: Watch with a 7-Day Free Trial of Paramount Plus. 7-Day Free Trial$5.99+ / month amazon.com/paramount-plus About ‘Knuckles’ Premiere
Knuckles (voice of Idris Elba) once counted himself among the allies of Dr. Robotnik, the evil genius...
- 4/26/2024
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Buddy comedies don’t get much stranger or sillier than Knuckles, Paramount+‘s terrifically fun expansion of the Sonic the Hedgehog film universe. In the six-part event, world-traveling style icon and Happy Endings icon Adam Pally reprises his role as Wade Whipple from the films, along with Idris Elba, who returns as the voice of Sonic’s foe-turned-ally Knuckles. But since Elba’s alter-ego is all CGI, it was up to Pally—once again proving his prowess as a comic leading man—to unleash his inner action star for the series. “I was so happy to do it,” he admits of the stunt work required of his character, reflexively tossing in some self-deprecation, in the video above. “A man of my normal build and size doesn’t usually get to do wire work, and so it was really thrilling to get all the resources that you imagine the Marvel people get.
- 4/25/2024
- TV Insider
The Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise is taking a quick detour to Planet TV this week, as Knuckles premieres on Paramount+ on Friday, April 26. The show features the voice work of Idris Elba as the titular echidna and an all-star cast of supporting stars joining in on the video game adaptation fun. So where in the Sonic universe does the Knuckles series fit? The answer is simple — but also not. Where does Knuckles fit into the Sonic film timeline? Knuckles takes place after the events of Sonic the Hedgehog 2. It also precedes Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which hits theaters on December 20. Knuckles was developed to coincide with the debut of Sonic 3 — for a very specific reason, too. Executive producers Toby Ascher, Jeff Fowler, and Neal Moritz decided they wanted to honor the trajectory of the video games, which saw the third installment split into two releases: Sonic 3 and Sonic...
- 4/24/2024
- TV Insider
Paramount Pictures is going full steam with its Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise by attaching some of Hollywood’s hottest stars to voice iconic characters from the expanding Sega series. It broke the internet when Idris Elba said he was voicing Knuckles the Echidna for Sonic the Hedgehog 2. I could hear the rapturous screams from my office in Canada as fans of the Blue Blur rejoiced. Now, Paramount is rekindling the fire by bringing Keanu Reeves into the fold as Shadow the Hedgehog for Sonic the Hedgehog 3. Speaking about Reeves joining the cast, Idris Elba believes it was his destiny to work alongside the John Wick actor, and he couldn’t be happier about his good fortune.
“I’m a big fan of his,” Elba said about Keanu Reeves in an interview with IGN. “I’ve heard that he’s a fan of mine, and we are destined to make something together.
“I’m a big fan of his,” Elba said about Keanu Reeves in an interview with IGN. “I’ve heard that he’s a fan of mine, and we are destined to make something together.
- 4/22/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Plot: The new live-action event series follows Knuckles on a hilarious and action-packed journey of self-discovery as he agrees to train Wade as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior.
Review: It is hard to believe that Sonic The Hedgehog premiered on the big screen just before the Covid-19 pandemic shut down the world. What is even harder to believe is that the movie was actually pretty good. With a sequel released two years later and Sonic The Hedgehog 3 slated for December 2024, the world is chock full of Sega goodness these days. To bridge the wait until the end of this year, the six-episode limited series Knuckles highlights the Idris Elba-voiced echidna warrior’s journey to find his place in our world. Featuring limited connections to the movies, Knuckles has its moments but overall feels like an attempt to tread water until the third...
Review: It is hard to believe that Sonic The Hedgehog premiered on the big screen just before the Covid-19 pandemic shut down the world. What is even harder to believe is that the movie was actually pretty good. With a sequel released two years later and Sonic The Hedgehog 3 slated for December 2024, the world is chock full of Sega goodness these days. To bridge the wait until the end of this year, the six-episode limited series Knuckles highlights the Idris Elba-voiced echidna warrior’s journey to find his place in our world. Featuring limited connections to the movies, Knuckles has its moments but overall feels like an attempt to tread water until the third...
- 4/22/2024
- by Alex Maidy
- JoBlo.com
With the fandom that has popped up around the Sonic the Hedgehog films, both among younger audiences and adult fans of the games, it was only a matter of time before the IP became a franchise. Despite its A-list cast and high production values that should spell success as a spin-off, Knuckles loses track of the magic that made the films so beloved by fans, delivering a soulless, nearly insufferable comedy devoid of laughs or charm.
Set after the events of Sonic the Hedgehog 2, the miniseries Knuckles follows the echidna warrior as he trains deputy Wade Whipple (Adam Pally) in his ways. It’s almost insulting how little Knuckles actually plays into this story, as his storyline is relegated mainly to a subplot about a shadow organization hunting him down for his power, with a focus more on Whipple’s journey of self-discovery that absolutely no one will care about.
Set after the events of Sonic the Hedgehog 2, the miniseries Knuckles follows the echidna warrior as he trains deputy Wade Whipple (Adam Pally) in his ways. It’s almost insulting how little Knuckles actually plays into this story, as his storyline is relegated mainly to a subplot about a shadow organization hunting him down for his power, with a focus more on Whipple’s journey of self-discovery that absolutely no one will care about.
- 4/22/2024
- by Sean Boelman
- FandomWire
Idris Elba is thrilled Keanu Reeves has joined him in 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3'.The 59-year-old star is a new member of the voice cast in the upcoming flick in the hit franchise based on Sega's successful video games series, having replaced Jason Griffith in the role of Shadow, and he has been given the seal of approval from both Idris, who voices Knuckles, and his predecessor.Idris, 51, told IGN: “I’m a big fan of his. “I’ve heard that he’s a fan of mine, and we are destined to make something together. So, here we go.”Jason told TMZ of the 'John Wick' star's casting: "It’s a great choice."Shadow is now being voiced by Ted Theodore Logan, John Wick, and Neo, so I think that’s a pretty good company to keep."I think it’s an excellent casting choice, myself.
- 4/22/2024
- by Lizzie Baker
- Bang Showbiz
Idris Elba is reacting to news that Keanu Reeves is joining the Sonic the Hedgehog universe as the voice of Shadow for the third installment of the film saga.
Elba voices Knuckles the Echidna and, during the red carpet premiere of the upcoming Paramount+ series Knuckles, shared his thoughts on Reeves.
“I’m a big fan of his,” Elba said in an interview with IGN. “I’ve heard that he’s a fan of mine, and we are destined to make something together. So, here we go.”
Elba and Reeves had shared credits voicing characters in Cyberpunk 2077 which would make Sonic the Hedgehog 3 a reunion for the actors.
Shadow made a non-speaking appearance during a mid-credits scene in 2022’s Sonic the Hedgehog 2. The character is an anthropomorphic red-striped black hedgehog created by the government and set to resemble Sonic’s abilities.
Elba reprises his voice role of Knuckles in the Paramount+ series,...
Elba voices Knuckles the Echidna and, during the red carpet premiere of the upcoming Paramount+ series Knuckles, shared his thoughts on Reeves.
“I’m a big fan of his,” Elba said in an interview with IGN. “I’ve heard that he’s a fan of mine, and we are destined to make something together. So, here we go.”
Elba and Reeves had shared credits voicing characters in Cyberpunk 2077 which would make Sonic the Hedgehog 3 a reunion for the actors.
Shadow made a non-speaking appearance during a mid-credits scene in 2022’s Sonic the Hedgehog 2. The character is an anthropomorphic red-striped black hedgehog created by the government and set to resemble Sonic’s abilities.
Elba reprises his voice role of Knuckles in the Paramount+ series,...
- 4/22/2024
- by Armando Tinoco
- Deadline Film + TV
Rapper-actor Scott “Kid Cudi” Mescudi surprised fans by announcing his engagement to menswear designer Lola Abecassis Sartore in an Instagram post on Thursday that doubled as the couple’s social media debut as a couple.
The carousel of Instagram images of Mescudi and his betrothed sees the two at the premiere of Knuckles this week (styled by Yves Saint Laurent, as Mescudi notes to fans), with one of the images showing the two seated as Sartore beams and her new fiance smiles slyly while gazing at her.
Mescudi casually introduced his future life partner to his fans on Instagram in the caption announcing their big news.
“My fiancé Lola and me at the Knuckles premiere. This amazing woman makes me so happy, she is everything to me and I’m so excited to share this news,” he wrote in part. “Life is wild, and right when I felt my future was uncertain,...
The carousel of Instagram images of Mescudi and his betrothed sees the two at the premiere of Knuckles this week (styled by Yves Saint Laurent, as Mescudi notes to fans), with one of the images showing the two seated as Sartore beams and her new fiance smiles slyly while gazing at her.
Mescudi casually introduced his future life partner to his fans on Instagram in the caption announcing their big news.
“My fiancé Lola and me at the Knuckles premiere. This amazing woman makes me so happy, she is everything to me and I’m so excited to share this news,” he wrote in part. “Life is wild, and right when I felt my future was uncertain,...
- 4/19/2024
- by Kevin Dolak
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Idris Elba, who plays Knuckles in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, is super excited that Keanu Reeves is joining the project. While the actor couldn’t confirm the news of his casting as Shadow, Elba shared that he’s more than happy to share the screen (or the recording booth) with the John Wick actor. Reeves will be joining the franchise headlined by Ben Schwartz, who voices the titular blue hedgehog.
John Wick star Keanu Reeves is set to join Sonic the Hedgehog 3 as Shadow
Besides Reeves, a bunch of new talents including Krysten Ritter, Sofia Pernas, Cristo Fernández, James Wolk, Jorma Taccone, and Alyla Browne are joining the cast of the third film. Jim Carrey will also return from his unofficial retirement to play the evil scientist, Dr. Robotnik.
Idris Elba Is Excited Over The News Of Keanu Reeves’ Casting In Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Hobbs & Shaw actor Idris...
John Wick star Keanu Reeves is set to join Sonic the Hedgehog 3 as Shadow
Besides Reeves, a bunch of new talents including Krysten Ritter, Sofia Pernas, Cristo Fernández, James Wolk, Jorma Taccone, and Alyla Browne are joining the cast of the third film. Jim Carrey will also return from his unofficial retirement to play the evil scientist, Dr. Robotnik.
Idris Elba Is Excited Over The News Of Keanu Reeves’ Casting In Sonic the Hedgehog 3
Hobbs & Shaw actor Idris...
- 4/18/2024
- by Hashim Asraff
- FandomWire
Remember how the live-action version of Sonic the Hedgehog had a rough start? The fans were horrified by the leaked design of the character, as Paramount initially opted for a more original design, which was panned by fans, so they decided to listen to them and simply keep the original design, and this turned out to be the best decision they made. The first movie was a massive hit, and so was the sequel, so it was no surprise that Sonic the Hedgehog 3 was quickly announced, and we can confirm that the movie is set for a December 20, 2024 theatrical release.
And while we’ve had several updates related to the movie, including Jim Carrey’s confirmed return as Dr. Robotnik, today is a big day as the main voice cast of the movie has finally been confirmed, all of that amidst flooding rumors that Keanu Reeves will be voicing Shadow,...
And while we’ve had several updates related to the movie, including Jim Carrey’s confirmed return as Dr. Robotnik, today is a big day as the main voice cast of the movie has finally been confirmed, all of that amidst flooding rumors that Keanu Reeves will be voicing Shadow,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Arthur S. Poe
- Fiction Horizon
Keanu Reeves has long been a fan-favorite hero in Tinseltown, famous for portraying stoic, morally upright characters in critically acclaimed flicks such as John Wick and The Matrix. Nonetheless, much to the surprise of his fans, the Beirut-born actor, 59, has now taken on a new role that differs from his usual heroic persona: that of the anti-hero (Shadow) in the forthcoming Sonic 3 film. And fans are loving it!
Multiple sources are attesting that Reeves will resume voice acting following his role as Bruce Wayne / Batman in Jared Stern’s DC League of Super-Pets (2022).
Shadow in a still from Sonic The Hedgehog 2
For those unfamiliar with the Sonic franchise, Shadow is an intricate character who walks the line between hero and villain. He is gloomy and enigmatic, with a mysterious past that drives him to follow his own code of conduct, often contradicting traditional notions of what a hero should be.
Multiple sources are attesting that Reeves will resume voice acting following his role as Bruce Wayne / Batman in Jared Stern’s DC League of Super-Pets (2022).
Shadow in a still from Sonic The Hedgehog 2
For those unfamiliar with the Sonic franchise, Shadow is an intricate character who walks the line between hero and villain. He is gloomy and enigmatic, with a mysterious past that drives him to follow his own code of conduct, often contradicting traditional notions of what a hero should be.
- 4/16/2024
- by Siddhika Prajapati
- FandomWire
The third Sonic The Hedgehog film is deep into production, and Keanu Reeves has joined the cast as Shadow.
Plot details for the third Sonic The Hedgehog film – called Sonic The Hedgehog 3, spookily enough – are under wraps, but we do know that Jim Carrey will return, despite his previous assertion that he was retiring, with Krysten Ritter, Ayla Browne, James Wolk, Sofia Pernas, Cristo Fernandez and Jorma Taccone joining the cast.
Jeff Fowler will return to direct. Screenwriting credits have not been confirmed, but Pat Casey and Josh Miller wrote the first two films, with John Whittington co-writing the second film.
According to Deadline, Keanu Reeves has been cast in the new film to voice Shadow The Hedgehog.
Sonic The Hedgehog is among the top selling video game franchises of all time. Launching on the Sega Mega Drive in 1991, the blue Hedgehog with super speed has graced countless video games,...
Plot details for the third Sonic The Hedgehog film – called Sonic The Hedgehog 3, spookily enough – are under wraps, but we do know that Jim Carrey will return, despite his previous assertion that he was retiring, with Krysten Ritter, Ayla Browne, James Wolk, Sofia Pernas, Cristo Fernandez and Jorma Taccone joining the cast.
Jeff Fowler will return to direct. Screenwriting credits have not been confirmed, but Pat Casey and Josh Miller wrote the first two films, with John Whittington co-writing the second film.
According to Deadline, Keanu Reeves has been cast in the new film to voice Shadow The Hedgehog.
Sonic The Hedgehog is among the top selling video game franchises of all time. Launching on the Sega Mega Drive in 1991, the blue Hedgehog with super speed has graced countless video games,...
- 4/16/2024
- by Jake Godfrey
- Film Stories
“Sonic the Hedgehog” just got a whole lot darker. Keanu Reeves has been cast as the voice of Shadow, the evil, lab-generated black hedgehog foil to Sonic, in Paramount’s upcoming “Sonic the Hedgehog 3,” IndieWire has learned. Paramount had no comment.
Reeves joins a voice cast that includes Ben Schwartz as Sonic, Colleen O’Shaughnessey as Tails, and Idris Elba as Knuckles, who debuted in “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” and is getting his own spinoff series on Paramount+ later this year. James Marsden and Jim Carrey as Dr. Robotnik are also returning to the cast of the live-action film. Jeff Fowler, who directed the first two entries, is returning for the three-quel.
Shadow’s arrival for “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” was teased at the end of the prior film, and CinemaCon crowds during Paramount’s presentation got a first look at Shadow in action as he’s recruited by Carrey...
Reeves joins a voice cast that includes Ben Schwartz as Sonic, Colleen O’Shaughnessey as Tails, and Idris Elba as Knuckles, who debuted in “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” and is getting his own spinoff series on Paramount+ later this year. James Marsden and Jim Carrey as Dr. Robotnik are also returning to the cast of the live-action film. Jeff Fowler, who directed the first two entries, is returning for the three-quel.
Shadow’s arrival for “Sonic the Hedgehog 3” was teased at the end of the prior film, and CinemaCon crowds during Paramount’s presentation got a first look at Shadow in action as he’s recruited by Carrey...
- 4/15/2024
- by Brian Welk
- Indiewire
The holiday season will deliver a speedy little gift when Sonic the Hedgehog 3 opens on December 20, 2024, and now we know who will be voicing brooding anti-hero Shadow the Hedgehog. According to a story from The Hollywood Reporter , that role will go to John Wick himself, Keanu Reeves. Related: Knuckles Live-Action Spinoff Series Reveals Streaming Premiere Plans Sonic the Hedgehog 3 comes after two majorly successful films that finally brought Sonic to the big screen. The first film, which premiered in 2020, pulled in $319 million at the global box office, with 2022's Sonic the Hedgehog 2 following that up with $404 million. The third entry is once again directed by Jeff Fowler, with Pat Casey and Josh Miller writing and a cast that includes Ben Schwartz (sonic), James Marsden (Tom Wachowski), Jim Carrey (Dr. Robotnik), Tika Sumpter (Maddie Wachowski), Colleen O'Shaughnessey (Tails) and Idris Elba (Knuckles). The live-action Knuckles series starring Idris...
- 4/15/2024
- by Joseph Luster
- Crunchyroll
Get ready to meet the ultimate life form, because we now know who will be voicing Shadow the Hedgehog in the upcoming "Sonic the Hedgehog 3," and it's none other than Keanu Reeves.
The Hollywood Reporter has the scoop, with multiple sources confirming that Reeves will return to voice acting after playing Batman in "DC League of Super-Pets." The news comes after Paramount Picture's big presentation at CinemaCon last week where they debuted footage from the upcoming "Sonic 3." Our own Ryan Scott was on-site to witness the footage, which included the reveal Jim Carrey's Dr. Robotnik is now depressed and out of shape, looking just like his nickname — Eggman. Then he gets a surprise alert that "they found it," referring to Shadow the Hedgehog.
Shadow first appeared in 2001's "Sonic Adventure 2," and has since become one of the most popular characters in the franchise — an edgy antihero and the coolest hedgehog around.
The Hollywood Reporter has the scoop, with multiple sources confirming that Reeves will return to voice acting after playing Batman in "DC League of Super-Pets." The news comes after Paramount Picture's big presentation at CinemaCon last week where they debuted footage from the upcoming "Sonic 3." Our own Ryan Scott was on-site to witness the footage, which included the reveal Jim Carrey's Dr. Robotnik is now depressed and out of shape, looking just like his nickname — Eggman. Then he gets a surprise alert that "they found it," referring to Shadow the Hedgehog.
Shadow first appeared in 2001's "Sonic Adventure 2," and has since become one of the most popular characters in the franchise — an edgy antihero and the coolest hedgehog around.
- 4/15/2024
- by Rafael Motamayor
- Slash Film
We’ve known that Shadow the Hedgehog would be appearing in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 for some time but didn’t know who would be voicing the character… until now. First reported by John Campea and confirmed by THR, Shadow the Hedgehog will be voiced by none other than Keanu Reeves.
The audience at CinemaCon got a glimpse of Shadow during Paramount’s panel, during which a first-look trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 was screened. The character first appeared in Sonic Adventure 2 as a dark version of Sonic who does whatever it takes to achieve his goals. The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise has included some unexpected voice actors, such as Idris Elba as Knuckles, so it should be fun to see what Keanu Reeves does with Shadow.
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James Marsden reprises...
The audience at CinemaCon got a glimpse of Shadow during Paramount’s panel, during which a first-look trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 was screened. The character first appeared in Sonic Adventure 2 as a dark version of Sonic who does whatever it takes to achieve his goals. The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise has included some unexpected voice actors, such as Idris Elba as Knuckles, so it should be fun to see what Keanu Reeves does with Shadow.
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- 4/15/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Footage Reaction: Shadow The Hedgehog Makes His Grand Entrance [CinemaCon 2024]
The "Sonic the Hedgehog" franchise is one of the best arguments in favor of the whole "IP is king" theory. The video games weren't exactly a pinnacle of narrative craftsmanship, relying more on the charm of the characters and the appeal of the gameplay to become as popular as they did. But the first and second movies, released in 2020 and 2022 respectively, were big hits for Paramount, suggesting the characters and brand recognition were enough to keep audiences engaged. Naturally, then, we'll be getting "Sonic the Hedgehog 3" this year, and we just got our first look at it.
Director Jeff Fowler, who helmed the first two films, is back for this third go-round, with Ben Schwartz likewise returning to voice the Big Blue himself. James Marsden is similarly reprising his role as the human Tom Wachowski alongside voice actors Colleen O'Shaughnessey as Tails and Idris Elba as Knuckles. Meanwhile, Jim Carrey...
Director Jeff Fowler, who helmed the first two films, is back for this third go-round, with Ben Schwartz likewise returning to voice the Big Blue himself. James Marsden is similarly reprising his role as the human Tom Wachowski alongside voice actors Colleen O'Shaughnessey as Tails and Idris Elba as Knuckles. Meanwhile, Jim Carrey...
- 4/11/2024
- by Joe Roberts
- Slash Film
Paramount Pictures and Neal H. Moritz’s Original Film banner have renewed their first look production deal for another three years.
The new deal extends the studio’s relationship with Moritz through 2027. The partnership was last extended in 2020 after Moritz and his production banner left their longtime deal with Sony Pictures.
“We are proud to continue our long-standing relationship with Neal, who is renowned across the industry for building enduring and audience-beloved franchises. We can’t wait to continue partnering on our top-tier animated and live-action projects together,” Brian Robbins, president and CEO of Paramount Pictures, said in a statement.
Under the new deal, Paramount and Miramax will have Moritz produce a new installment in the Scary Movie franchise. The film is being made as part of the studio’s first look partnership with Miramax under CEO Jonathan Glickman, with Paramount Pictures distributing.
“I’m thrilled to be extending my partnership with Paramount.
The new deal extends the studio’s relationship with Moritz through 2027. The partnership was last extended in 2020 after Moritz and his production banner left their longtime deal with Sony Pictures.
“We are proud to continue our long-standing relationship with Neal, who is renowned across the industry for building enduring and audience-beloved franchises. We can’t wait to continue partnering on our top-tier animated and live-action projects together,” Brian Robbins, president and CEO of Paramount Pictures, said in a statement.
Under the new deal, Paramount and Miramax will have Moritz produce a new installment in the Scary Movie franchise. The film is being made as part of the studio’s first look partnership with Miramax under CEO Jonathan Glickman, with Paramount Pictures distributing.
“I’m thrilled to be extending my partnership with Paramount.
- 4/11/2024
- by Etan Vlessing
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
At their CinemaCon presentation this Am, Paramount Pictures today announced a three-year extension of its first-look deal with producer Neal H. Moritz and his Original Film banner.
The new agreement goes through 2027.
Under the deal, Paramount and Miramax announced today that the Sonic the Hedgehog producer will shepherd a new installment in the Scary Movie franchise. The film is being made as part of the studio’s first look partnership with Miramax under the leadership of newly appointed CEO Jonathan Glickman, with Paramount Pictures distributing. Scary Movie is rolling cameras this year for release in 2025.
Brian Robbins, President and CEO of Paramount Pictures, said, “We are proud to continue our long-standing relationship with Neal, who is renowned across the industry for building enduring and audience-beloved franchises. We can’t wait to continue partnering on our top-tier animated and live-action projects together.”
Moritz commented, “I’m thrilled to be extending my partnership with Paramount.
The new agreement goes through 2027.
Under the deal, Paramount and Miramax announced today that the Sonic the Hedgehog producer will shepherd a new installment in the Scary Movie franchise. The film is being made as part of the studio’s first look partnership with Miramax under the leadership of newly appointed CEO Jonathan Glickman, with Paramount Pictures distributing. Scary Movie is rolling cameras this year for release in 2025.
Brian Robbins, President and CEO of Paramount Pictures, said, “We are proud to continue our long-standing relationship with Neal, who is renowned across the industry for building enduring and audience-beloved franchises. We can’t wait to continue partnering on our top-tier animated and live-action projects together.”
Moritz commented, “I’m thrilled to be extending my partnership with Paramount.
- 4/11/2024
- by Anthony D'Alessandro
- Deadline Film + TV
When early Marvel Studios movies planted their seeds that implied a possible crossover of their films, they came off as fun little easter eggs for the hardcore fans at first. Then, when The Avengers came out in 2012 with its game-changing crossover, the film world saw what they were capable of and studios rushed behind them in line to try to get some of that shared universe glory. A producer on the successful Sonic the Hedgehog movies thinks the video game-inspired franchise has the characters and the lore to build what he hopes will be “Avengers-level” event films.
According to IGN, franchise and series executive producer Toby Ascher recently gave an interview with Paste Magazine where he spoke about Paramount’s plan to build upon the Sonic the Hedgehog movies into a mega event. The studio already has the Knuckles spin-off coming out as a way to look at “supporting characters...
According to IGN, franchise and series executive producer Toby Ascher recently gave an interview with Paste Magazine where he spoke about Paramount’s plan to build upon the Sonic the Hedgehog movies into a mega event. The studio already has the Knuckles spin-off coming out as a way to look at “supporting characters...
- 4/9/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Sonic the Hedgehog is one of the most popular video game franchises and among the rare titles that have successfully jumped to the cinematic medium. In 2020, Sonic the Hedgehog was released to mostly positive reviews and birthed two sequels and a spin-off series, which is set to premiere soon.
A still from Sonic the Hedgehog
Ahead of the release of Knuckles, a spin-off television series focusing on the titular Echidna, co-creator and producer Toby Ascher spoke about mapping out the overarching plan for the franchise. Ascher teased that the individual stories would develop into Avengers-level events, hyping up fans for what’s in store. Here is how fans reacted to Ascher’s comments about the future of the Sonic franchise.
Sonic Producer Toby Ascher Teases Avengers-Level Events For the Franchise
2024 promises to be a big year for the Sonic franchise, which will see the release of its third live-action installment,...
A still from Sonic the Hedgehog
Ahead of the release of Knuckles, a spin-off television series focusing on the titular Echidna, co-creator and producer Toby Ascher spoke about mapping out the overarching plan for the franchise. Ascher teased that the individual stories would develop into Avengers-level events, hyping up fans for what’s in store. Here is how fans reacted to Ascher’s comments about the future of the Sonic franchise.
Sonic Producer Toby Ascher Teases Avengers-Level Events For the Franchise
2024 promises to be a big year for the Sonic franchise, which will see the release of its third live-action installment,...
- 4/9/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
I honestly never expected that a Sonic the Hedgehog cinematic universe would be a thing, but here we are. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 kicked off production last year, and James Marsden recently spoke with The Playlist and confirmed that filming has just wrapped.
“Yeah, we just wrapped, actually!” Marsden said. “I feel really proud of what we created, and the response from the fans, we just had to get the animation right on that first movie, but great family, all positive. Jim’s just having a ball, he’s in his inspiration zone… So it’s a joy to watch him have a good time, like really enjoying it again. It’s great, very lucky to be a part of it, and I think fans are gonna be excited about all the new characters.“
Marsden also happened to mention that the production was near the same stages where Deadpool & Wolverine was shooting,...
“Yeah, we just wrapped, actually!” Marsden said. “I feel really proud of what we created, and the response from the fans, we just had to get the animation right on that first movie, but great family, all positive. Jim’s just having a ball, he’s in his inspiration zone… So it’s a joy to watch him have a good time, like really enjoying it again. It’s great, very lucky to be a part of it, and I think fans are gonna be excited about all the new characters.“
Marsden also happened to mention that the production was near the same stages where Deadpool & Wolverine was shooting,...
- 3/15/2024
- by Kevin Fraser
- JoBlo.com
Our favorite blue hedgehog is on its way! Sonic the Hedgehog is one of the fan-favorite franchises to have made its way out of the video game world and into the film industry. After all, who doesn’t love seeing iconic characters brought to life with such fun-filled storylines?
Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)
Back in 2022, plans for a third movie in the saga were announced, even before Sonic the Hedgehog 2 was released in theatres. Ever since then, fans of the super-fast hedgehog have been waiting for any kind of updates regarding the third film. And now, there is finally good news for the fans who loved seeing actor Ben Schwartz playing the titular character.
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Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Moves Forward
Idris Elba and Ben Schwartz as Knuckles and Sonic in Sonic the Hedgehog 2
The man behind the face of Sonic recently took...
Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)
Back in 2022, plans for a third movie in the saga were announced, even before Sonic the Hedgehog 2 was released in theatres. Ever since then, fans of the super-fast hedgehog have been waiting for any kind of updates regarding the third film. And now, there is finally good news for the fans who loved seeing actor Ben Schwartz playing the titular character.
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Idris Elba and Ben Schwartz as Knuckles and Sonic in Sonic the Hedgehog 2
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- 2/21/2024
- by Mishkaat Khan
- FandomWire
Not long after hunting a monstrously-sized spider in Kiah Roache-Turner’s upcoming horror thriller Sting, Alyla Browne is hanging out with Sonic the Hedgehog and his fast-moving friends. The up-and-coming actress revealed she’s playing Maria Robotnik for Paramount’s Sonic the Hedgehog 3. According to Sonic the Hedgehog lore, Maria Robotnik is Professor Gerald Robotnik’s granddaughter and Doctor Robotnik’s cousin.
While there’s a chance Browne is playing a different character named Maria, I’ll bet my collection of original Sonic the Hedgehog Sega Genesis cartridges she’s the character who debuted in Sonic Adventure 2. On social media, Browne posted a picture of herself wearing a puffy bodybag-looking jacket while sitting in an actor’s chair from the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 set. The chair has the name Maria written on it, with Brown giving two playful peace signs to her fans. The jacket covers her head to toe,...
While there’s a chance Browne is playing a different character named Maria, I’ll bet my collection of original Sonic the Hedgehog Sega Genesis cartridges she’s the character who debuted in Sonic Adventure 2. On social media, Browne posted a picture of herself wearing a puffy bodybag-looking jacket while sitting in an actor’s chair from the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 set. The chair has the name Maria written on it, with Brown giving two playful peace signs to her fans. The jacket covers her head to toe,...
- 2/16/2024
- by Steve Seigh
- JoBlo.com
Simu Liu (Photo by: Paul Gilmore/NBC)
Peacock’s given a straight-to-series order for an untitled espionage thriller starring and executive produced by Simu Liu. Thomas Brandon (Legacies) created the series and is serving as writer and will also executive produce.
“Five minutes in the future, a first-generation-American intelligence analyst Alexander Hale (Simu Liu) realizes his brain has been hacked, giving the perpetrators access to everything he sees and hears,” reads Peacock’s synopsis. “Caught between his shadowy agency and the unknown hackers, he must maintain a performance 24/7 to flush out who’s responsible and prove where his allegiance lies.”
Additional executive producers include Atomic Monster’s James Wan, Michael Clear, and Rob Hackett.
Peacock also announced straight-to-series orders for the following projects:
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Peacock’s given a straight-to-series order for an untitled espionage thriller starring and executive produced by Simu Liu. Thomas Brandon (Legacies) created the series and is serving as writer and will also executive produce.
“Five minutes in the future, a first-generation-American intelligence analyst Alexander Hale (Simu Liu) realizes his brain has been hacked, giving the perpetrators access to everything he sees and hears,” reads Peacock’s synopsis. “Caught between his shadowy agency and the unknown hackers, he must maintain a performance 24/7 to flush out who’s responsible and prove where his allegiance lies.”
Additional executive producers include Atomic Monster’s James Wan, Michael Clear, and Rob Hackett.
Peacock also announced straight-to-series orders for the following projects:
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- 2/14/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Peacock has given straight-to-series order to Mr. Throwback, a mockumentary comedy headlined by NBA star Steph Curry and Happy Endings alum Adam Pally. The pickup for the project, from Happy Endings creator David Caspe and writing duo Matthew Libman and Daniel Libman, was announced Wednesday at TCA along with three drama series orders by Peacock.
As Deadline reported exclusively last April, Mr. Throwback was originally set up at NBC for development. A couple of years ago, NBCUniversal installed a centralized development team for NBC, the company’s basic cable networks and Peacock, with projects sometimes shepherded well into development before a decision is made which platform it would go to.
Additionally, NBC in the past year or so has taken a turn toward multi-camera comedies, which cost less to produce than single-camera shows. All of the network’s existing three half-hour series, Night Court, Lopez vs. Lopez and Extended Family,...
As Deadline reported exclusively last April, Mr. Throwback was originally set up at NBC for development. A couple of years ago, NBCUniversal installed a centralized development team for NBC, the company’s basic cable networks and Peacock, with projects sometimes shepherded well into development before a decision is made which platform it would go to.
Additionally, NBC in the past year or so has taken a turn toward multi-camera comedies, which cost less to produce than single-camera shows. All of the network’s existing three half-hour series, Night Court, Lopez vs. Lopez and Extended Family,...
- 2/14/2024
- by Nellie Andreeva
- Deadline Film + TV
As is tradition, during last night’s Superbowl several highly anticipated upcoming movies and TV Shows dropped their Big Game Spots for all to enjoy.
A Quiet Place: Day One
The official synopsis only reads “Experience the day the world went quiet.”
Based on characters created by Bryan Woods and Scott Beck and a story by John Krasinski and Michael Sarnoski, the movie, this time is also directed by Sarnoski.
The cast includes Lupita Nyong’o, Joseph Quinn, Alex Wolff and Djimon Hounsou.
The Fall Guy
He’s a stuntman, and like everyone in the stunt community, he gets blown up, shot, crashed, thrown through windows and dropped from the highest of heights, all for our entertainment. And now, fresh off an almost career-ending accident, this working-class hero has to track down a missing movie star, solve a conspiracy and try to win back the love of his life while still doing his day job.
A Quiet Place: Day One
The official synopsis only reads “Experience the day the world went quiet.”
Based on characters created by Bryan Woods and Scott Beck and a story by John Krasinski and Michael Sarnoski, the movie, this time is also directed by Sarnoski.
The cast includes Lupita Nyong’o, Joseph Quinn, Alex Wolff and Djimon Hounsou.
The Fall Guy
He’s a stuntman, and like everyone in the stunt community, he gets blown up, shot, crashed, thrown through windows and dropped from the highest of heights, all for our entertainment. And now, fresh off an almost career-ending accident, this working-class hero has to track down a missing movie star, solve a conspiracy and try to win back the love of his life while still doing his day job.
- 2/12/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
Super Bowl 2024 Commercials (Picture Credit: IMDb & Youtube)
On Sunday, February 11, the most awaited Super Bowl match occurred, where the Kansas City Chiefs played against the San Francisco 49ers. The Chiefs also won it this year, and it is their second consecutive win. The game was interesting indeed, but the entertaining star-studded advertisements made it fun. From Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, and Jennifer Aniston to Jenna Ortega, Lionel Messi, and more, here are some of the Super Bowl Commercials of 2024.
The Super Bowl is a significant event in the United States, and people utilize this event by launching new movie trailers and entertaining commercials. Scroll below for more.
The Super Bowl has seen some fantastic commercials. For example, the Budweiser Frogs ad, Nike’s Hare Jordan ft Bugs Bunny, the Star Wars included Volkswagen commercial, and others. The 1980s Coca-Cola ad featuring ‘Mean’ Joe Greene, FedEx’s Cast Away ad, and...
On Sunday, February 11, the most awaited Super Bowl match occurred, where the Kansas City Chiefs played against the San Francisco 49ers. The Chiefs also won it this year, and it is their second consecutive win. The game was interesting indeed, but the entertaining star-studded advertisements made it fun. From Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, and Jennifer Aniston to Jenna Ortega, Lionel Messi, and more, here are some of the Super Bowl Commercials of 2024.
The Super Bowl is a significant event in the United States, and people utilize this event by launching new movie trailers and entertaining commercials. Scroll below for more.
The Super Bowl has seen some fantastic commercials. For example, the Budweiser Frogs ad, Nike’s Hare Jordan ft Bugs Bunny, the Star Wars included Volkswagen commercial, and others. The 1980s Coca-Cola ad featuring ‘Mean’ Joe Greene, FedEx’s Cast Away ad, and...
- 2/12/2024
- by Esita Mallik
- KoiMoi
Yesterday’s debut of Paramount+’s first official trailer for its upcoming original event series Knuckles has smashed the service’s record for a trailer debut across all original programming on social platforms in the first 24 hours. The trailer also trended #1 yesterday on YouTube and #2 on Twitter in the U.S.. In addition to yesterday’s official trailer, on Sunday, Feb. 11, an all-new Knuckles spot will debut during the broadcast of Super Bowl Lviii on CBS Television Network and live stream on Paramount+. The Knuckles Super Bowl spot will also be featured in Nickelodeon’s special kids and family broadcast of Super Bowl Lviii, where Knuckles and some friends will ... Read more...
- 2/10/2024
- by Thomas Miller
- Seat42F
Paramount+ has unleashed the official trailer of its ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ TV spin-off series ‘Knuckles.’
The series follows Knuckles on a journey of self-discovery as he agrees to train Wade as his protege and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior.
Idris Elba reprises his voice role from ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2”’ alongside Adam Pally as Wade Whipple. Regulars will include Stockard Channing, Christopher Lloyd, Cary Elwes, Scott Mescudi, Edi Patterson, Ellie Taylor, Julian Barratt, Rory McCann, Paul Scheer and Rob Huebel.
Special guest stars include Ben Schwartz reprising his role as Sonic, Colleen O’Shaughnessey back as Tails, and Tika Sumpter appearing on screen as Maddie.
Also in trailers – See why the world went Quiet in the new Trailer for ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’
The six-episode series event will premiere on Paramount+ on April 26th.
The post “He must learn to rescue himself…” Trailer drops for ‘Sonic’ spin-off...
The series follows Knuckles on a journey of self-discovery as he agrees to train Wade as his protege and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior.
Idris Elba reprises his voice role from ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2”’ alongside Adam Pally as Wade Whipple. Regulars will include Stockard Channing, Christopher Lloyd, Cary Elwes, Scott Mescudi, Edi Patterson, Ellie Taylor, Julian Barratt, Rory McCann, Paul Scheer and Rob Huebel.
Special guest stars include Ben Schwartz reprising his role as Sonic, Colleen O’Shaughnessey back as Tails, and Tika Sumpter appearing on screen as Maddie.
Also in trailers – See why the world went Quiet in the new Trailer for ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’
The six-episode series event will premiere on Paramount+ on April 26th.
The post “He must learn to rescue himself…” Trailer drops for ‘Sonic’ spin-off...
- 2/9/2024
- by Zehra Phelan
- HeyUGuys.co.uk
The Knuckles TV show is on the way!
Taking place in between Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3, the upcoming six-episode event series follows Knuckles on a hilarious and action-packed journey of self-discovery as he agrees to train Wade as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior.
The new series will debut on Paramount+ on Friday, April 26th in the Us and Canada, and next day in additional territories.
Keep reading to watch the trailer and meet the full cast of the series, including some reprising their roles from the movies…...
Taking place in between Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog 3, the upcoming six-episode event series follows Knuckles on a hilarious and action-packed journey of self-discovery as he agrees to train Wade as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior.
The new series will debut on Paramount+ on Friday, April 26th in the Us and Canada, and next day in additional territories.
Keep reading to watch the trailer and meet the full cast of the series, including some reprising their roles from the movies…...
- 2/9/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise is off and running (pun intended). Not long ago, the official movie’s social media account released a short announcement trailer for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 in addition to the announcement that Jim Carrey, who had been circling around the decision to retire, will in fact return as the eggman himself, Dr. Robotnik. The third installment in the series teased the crossover of another character from the Sega game’s universe, Shadow, as the latest addition to the hedgehog family. Paramount has also now released the trailer for the Paramount+ limited series, Knuckles.
According to the press release from Paramount,
“The new live-action event series follows Knuckles (Idris Elba) on a hilarious and action-packed journey of self-discovery as he agrees to train Wade (Adam Pally) as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior. The series takes place between the films Sonic The Hedgehog 2...
According to the press release from Paramount,
“The new live-action event series follows Knuckles (Idris Elba) on a hilarious and action-packed journey of self-discovery as he agrees to train Wade (Adam Pally) as his protégé and teach him the ways of the Echidna warrior. The series takes place between the films Sonic The Hedgehog 2...
- 2/8/2024
- by EJ Tangonan
- JoBlo.com
Paramount+’s official trailer for the event series Knuckles shows the titular character teaching Wade to be a warrior, turning a home into a gladiator pit, and generally disrupting lives. The series, set after the events of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and before Sonic the Hedgehog 3, will premiere on April 26, 2024 with the release of all six episodes.
Idris Elba returns to voice Knuckles and Adam Pally’s back as Wade Whipple. Franchise veterans Ben Schwartz, Tika Sumpter, and Colleen O’Shaughnessey also retuns as special guest stars in their roles as Sonic, Maddie, and Tails, respectively.
Additional series guest stars include Stockard Channing (The West Wing), Edi Patterson (The Righteous Gemstones), Scott Mescudi (Don’t Look Up), Ellie Taylor (Ted Lasso), Julian Barratt (Mindhorn), and Rory McCann (Game of Thrones). Cary Elwes (Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning), Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future), Paul Scheer (Black Monday), and Rob Huebel (Childrens Hospital) also guest star.
Idris Elba returns to voice Knuckles and Adam Pally’s back as Wade Whipple. Franchise veterans Ben Schwartz, Tika Sumpter, and Colleen O’Shaughnessey also retuns as special guest stars in their roles as Sonic, Maddie, and Tails, respectively.
Additional series guest stars include Stockard Channing (The West Wing), Edi Patterson (The Righteous Gemstones), Scott Mescudi (Don’t Look Up), Ellie Taylor (Ted Lasso), Julian Barratt (Mindhorn), and Rory McCann (Game of Thrones). Cary Elwes (Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning), Christopher Lloyd (Back to the Future), Paul Scheer (Black Monday), and Rob Huebel (Childrens Hospital) also guest star.
- 2/8/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
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