A brand new poster for Sonic the Hedgehog 2 puts the focus on the upcoming battle with Knuckles.
The first Sonic the Hedgehog absolutely blew fan expectations out of the water when it debuted in 2020. Now, everyone’s favorite SEGA character is set to return for a direct sequel that sees Knuckles being added into the fold. A pawn of Dr. Robotnik, Knuckles will prove to be Sonic’s most nefarious foe yet.
Paramount Pictures and SEGA are so confident in the upcoming Sonic the Hedgehog sequel that they’ve already commissioned a third film, as well as a spin-off series based on Knuckles, voiced by Idris Elba. They’ve clearly got a winner on their hands with the sequel, and to drive up hype, the studio has partnered with IGN to deliver an epic new poster.
Who needs Batman vs Superman or Captain America taking on Iron Man? The latest one-sheet teases the greatest gladiator match in the history of the world between Knuckles and Sonic. Fan-favorite character Tails also appears on the poster alongside Jim Carrey’s nefarious Dr. Robotnik. Sonic’s ally Tom and his wife are also seen on the poster.
Here is the official synopsis for Sonic the Hedgehog 2:
The world’s favorite blue hedgehog is back for a next-level adventure in SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2. After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is eager to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. His test comes when Dr. Robotnik returns, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search for an emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations. Sonic teams up with his own sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a globe-trotting journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands. From the filmmakers behind The Fast and the Furious and Deadpool, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG 2 stars James Marsden, Ben Schwartz as the voice of Sonic, Tika Sumpter, Natasha Rothwell, Adam Pally, and Jim Carrey returning, alongside new additions Shemar Moore, with Idris Elba as the voice of Knuckles, and Colleen O’Shaughnessey as the voice of Tails.
Based on the SEGA video game characters, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is directed by Jeff Fowler and stars James Marsden, Ben Schwartz, Tika Sumpter, Natasha Rothwell, Adam Pally, Shemar Moore, Colleen O’Shaughnessey with Idris Elba and Jim Carrey. The script for the film was written by Pat Casey & Josh Miller and John Whittington from the latter two’s story.
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 is currently set to be released on April 8th, 2022. Stay tuned for all the latest news surrounding the upcoming film, its sequel, the Knuckles-based Paramount Plus series, and be sure to subscribe to Heroic Hollywood’s YouTube channel for more original video content.
Source: IGN
