What happens when you dive headfirst into a series without any prior context? Today, AKAPAD puts this experiment to the test with Sonic the Hedgehog 3, skipping the first two films entirely. The result? A surprising revelation that challenges expectations and redefines how we experience sequels.

Those who brought us Sonic the Hedgdehog 3

Main Cast:

Ben Schwartz – Voice of Sonic

Colleen O'Shaughnessey – Voice of Tails

Idris Elba – Voice of Knuckles

Keanu Reeves – Voice of Shadow the Hedgehog

Jim Carrey – Returning as Dr. Robotnik

James Marsden – Tom Wachowski

Tika Sumpter – Maddie Wachowski

Crew:

Director: Jeff Fowler

Screenwriters: Patrick Casey, Josh Miller, John Whittington

Producers: Toru Nakahara, Toby Ascher, Hitoshi Okuno

Executive Producers: Tim Miller, Haruki Satomi, Shuji Utsumi

Additional Credits:

Music Composer: Tom Holkenborg (Junkie XL)

Visual Effects Supervisors: Ged Wright, Hayden Landis, Rhys Claringbull

Animation Supervisor: Stewart Alves

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024) brings Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles together to face Shadow, a powerful hedgehog seeking revenge. The story draws inspiration from Sonic Adventure 2 and Shadow the Hedgehog, delving into Shadow's tragic past and his connection to Dr. Gerald Robotnik. As a secret space weapon threatens Earth, Sonic and Shadow must confront their own emotions and power. The film features Keanu Reeves as Shadow, Jim Carrey reprising his role as Dr. Robotnik, and Ben Schwartz as Sonic​