Keanu Reeves is set to step into the world of Sonic the Hedgehog in the third installment of the franchise. The series has become hugely popular, with a rapidly growing fanbase. The film boasts a star-studded cast who have lent their voices, and the John Wick actor’s inclusion is only going to increase the hype.
Funnily enough, Reeves already exists within the ever-expanding universe of the anthropomorphic hedgehog. Given his recent casting news, fans of the video game, and the series, now have only one wish from the creators.
Keanu Reeves is set to join Sonic the Hedgehog 3 as an antagonist
Keanu Reeves is one of the most sought-after actors in the industry. He has been the face of numerous notable films, such as the John Wick series and The Matrix. The Canadian star is as talented as he is charming, and his colleagues can attest to it.
Now, Reeves is set to star in the upcoming film, the third installment of the series helmed by Jeff Fowler. He will lend his choice to Shadow, and John Campea was the first source to break the news about his casting.
The teaser for the film was unveiled at CinemaCon this week. Paramount had a slate full at the event this time around, and Sonic the Hedgehog 3 was just one of them. Not much has trickled out of the closed doors of CinemaCon with regard to this film, though.
However, reports suggest that Dr. Robotnik, played by Jim Carrey, created Shadow to help him get out of a depressive episode after the events of the second film. Reeves’ character is the polar opposite of the protagonist, and, in some ways, he is anti-Sonic.
The first film came out in 2020 and was a huge success at the box office. Made on a budget of $85 million, the film minted nearly $320 million globally. Its sequel performed even better, earning $405 million worldwide.
Ben Schwartz plays Sonic, the titular character, whereas James Marsden plays Tom Wachowski, his human friend. With Reeves, the excitement around the new film will only increase further.
Keanu Reeves’ role was possibly foreshadowed, and the fans have one request
The Constantine actor has delivered back-to-back hits, and he looks set to continue the streak with the new Sonic film. Reeves was already in the first film, albeit in a different capacity.
In one scene, the hedgehog tries to get in touch with his best friend, Tom. One night, Tom plays Reeves’ film Speed, which causes Sonic to excitedly exclaim, “Yes! Keanu! You are a national treasure.”
With the actor’s role now confirmed, fans took to social media to convey one request to the director. Most users are hoping that Sonic will tell Shadow that he sounds so much like the actor.
Please PLEASE have sonic say “why do you sound like keanu” and shadow just goes “the fuck are you talking about?? CHAOS CONTROL‼️” https://t.co/xT0mMgUBOL
— Lamenting and Languishing (@LizardKingXIII) April 15, 2024
please let sonic break the 4th wall when he hears shadow talk https://t.co/qi7EhEjJxh
— Cloud (@cloudchairwheel) April 15, 2024
If Sonic makes a joke about Shadow sounding like Keanu I will buy every seat in that damn theatre https://t.co/BoeaemtH7S
— Soulo 🐝 (@Souloo333) April 16, 2024
HE CALLED IT FROM THE BEGINNING I'M GOJNG INSANE. https://t.co/pHyvnTRnBS
— MONKEY LOVER 3000 (@FiyaFly_) April 15, 2024
I guess you can say this was foreSHADOWing. https://t.co/SXHv60ZyxD
— Joshua Gould (@voicearchivist) April 15, 2024
Reeves is not new to voice acting, and his role in the upcoming animated film is one to look forward to. The film is set to release on December 20th of this year.
