EXCLUSIVE: Even though the second film doesn’t bow till the spring, Paramount Pictures and Sega Corporation are moving fast to build on its ever growing universe with projects in both the film and TV realms.
Paramount Pictures and Sega Corporation have commenced development on a third feature film installment to the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise.
Additionally, Sega and Paramount+ are developing the first-ever original live-action Sonic series, to launch in 2023, which will feature the character Knuckles, with Idris Elba returning to voice the role.
The character is set to make its debut in the upcoming sequel that bows on April 8.The announcement was made during today’s Viacom Investor Event where Brian Robbins President and CEO, Paramount Pictures & Nickelodeon; Chief Content Officer, Movies, Kids & Family – Paramount+, delivered the news during the company’s presentation.“We are delighted to announce that the third Sonic theatrical film and the first live action Sonic series for Paramount+ are being actively developed.
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