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Sonic the Hedgehog Movie Series Crosses $1 Billion at Global Box Office

Sonic the Hedgehog Series Hits Major Milestone

The globally beloved Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise, based on the iconic SEGA character, has officially surpassed $1 billion in worldwide box office revenue, as announced on SEGA's official X (formerly Twitter) account.

Currently, the latest installment, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (Sonic × Shadow: Tokyo Mission in Japan), is screening in theaters following its December 27, 2024 release. SEGA celebrated the milestone, stating, "The Sonic the Hedgehog movie series has exceeded $1 billion globally! Don’t miss the latest film, Sonic × Shadow: Tokyo Mission, now playing in theaters!"


Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Japan-exclusive poster

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (Sonic × Shadow: Tokyo Mission), released December 27, 2024, Japan-exclusive poster. (C) 2024 PARAMOUNT PICTURES AND SEGA OF AMERICA, INC.


The Story of Sonic the Hedgehog 3

The third film in the franchise takes Sonic back to his homeland—Japan. As the stakes rise, Sonic faces off against Shadow in a climactic showdown. The story delves into Shadow’s motivations, revealing a deeply emotional reason behind his quest for revenge, which even Sonic finds himself sympathizing with.

Meanwhile, questions linger: Are Dr. Robotnik and Gerald allies or foes? Can Sonic and his friends save humanity—and the planet? With breathtaking action and an emotional narrative, the film promises to be a thrilling conclusion to this chapter of Sonic’s adventures.




Source : ORICON NEWS

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