Sonic the Hedgehog 3 - The New Great Movie Trilogy? (Review)

[@Thechickinaaronscar]

The greatest video game trilogy ever

[@fightingmedialounge519]

Surprisingly not that much competition.

[@jonathanbarr9764]

@@fightingmedialounge519 Whelp the only other video game trilogy out there is the BloodRayne trilogy (I think) which was created by Uwe Boll so even if this movie was bashed by critics it would still be leagues above it.

[@fightingmedialounge519]

@@jonathanbarr9764 block buster sure, but in general you have the fatal fury trilogy, the resident evil animated movie trilogy, in the name of the king trilogy.

[@jonathanbarr9764]

@@fightingmedialounge519 I forgot about those, I think the Resident Evil movies are the best until I see Sonic 3.

[@RexRyder]

Lord the Rings had games. So no.

[@Vacerous]

"REVENGE GUAC"- Shadow, Silverhand, The Hedgehog

[@BryanRoberts-ru9kz]

Best line IMO

[@Vacerous]

@@BryanRoberts-ru9kz It was very jarring at first, but I laughed.

[@norfsyq9660]

So random 😂😂😂

[@RisingJay]

that was such an out of nowhere line to get Keanu to say lmao

[@brandonespinoza9279]

My favorite part of the movie where shadow was legit hilarious.

[@lucasgoad5691]

That first movie really showed how important character design really can be. I guaranty, if they kept the other Sonic, we're not where we are today.

[@JayceCH.]

Especially seeing Sonic 3 end credits? They nailed the designs like....wow...

[@LightBluly]

​@JayceCH. This is one time where the official design is better then those fan made. Like wow the characters in the post credit is so good and on point! Everyone of them.

[@Turboman-kx7cc]

It was all thanks to the dislike ratio, if it weren’t for that. They wouldn’t have remodeled sonic.

[@XIIIM]

It would have flopped. Thank God we trolled them into fixing it

[@brucemcgoose7609]

@@JayceCH.Amy looked incredible

[@metashade4218]

The only problem I have with this movie is how the hell is the fourth film going to top it? The third movie is so damn good that the fourth movie has massive shoes to fill. Also usually the 4th movie in a franchise almost always ends up being either underwhelming, mediocre or just plain bad compared to their predecessors, (Ex: Toy Story 4, Kung Fu Panda 4, Despicable Me 4 etc.) so here’s hoping that won’t be the case with Sonic Movie 4.

[@manuelorozco7760]

I had that problem with the new movie after #2 And I was surprised they managed to pull it off once again.

[@qwerty77772]

The answer is to do something good but different, so the film has a unique flavor. There's a LOT of Sonic lore left io be used. I'd have to go into spoilers for more details.

[@Urmumlel7025]

Listen. With them bringing in two characters from a very important game, I'll tell you this. They have massive shoes to fill. Sonic CD is literally one of the greatest games ever created. Not just in Sonic games. This game was revolutionary. No one was ever doing anything like it at the time. The level design, the story-telling, the bosses. It's not about if they'll top it off the third. It's about how they are gonna pay proper justice to CD. And, to Heroes I guess.

[@righteousrawb7225]

They need to adapt the Sonic Heroes storyline

[@obara7366]

My theory is that Movie 4 will be setup for Sonic Heroes

[@jaysonmanman]

As a 42 years old man, i was waaaay too hyped for this movie.

[@ammarnapata2193]

Same I’m 40 sonic was my fist video game I felt like I was 7 again

[@theparadoxzone87]

Likewise. 37 here and I was the hypest in the theater.

[@Dartanyoogles]

I feel you bro! I'm 39, and I couldn't believe how amazing this film was! I felt bad, because my friend and I were laughing way more than anyone else was in the theater. Lol.

[@dchief2924]

32 and teared up pretty hard seeing our dream on the screen, priceless

[@joeyzapata6786]

As a 42 year old man should be.

[@rouyworld7551]

3:50 ANDRE YES! 🤣 It was funny but I was like “alright Sonic 3, yall pushing it with this part” 😭😭😭

[@williamdefeo194]

I was a bit surprised they did that but in context it made sense but I'm sure some folks won't like that joke.

[@rouyworld7551]

@@williamdefeo194 I completely agree. It was funnier with the context of that character

[@williamdefeo194]

@rouyworld7551 yeah, they probably thought they be fine since Maddie also got switched to the Krysten Ritter character but it was also weird how Tom reacted to her which resulted in him getting punched. That whole sequence was just odd but also hilarious.

[@alli_mode]

"don't get too Internet about it." Can we get this trending? Maybe on a mug.

[@GalacticFlare]

2:55 I really like that Knuckles isn’t like Boom Knuckles. He’s actually smart, and like Andre said, he’s very much a fish out of water.

[@arc7375]

And the movie managed to steer him into a more comedic way _without_ robbing him of his dignity and making him dumb.

[@galonski64]

Everyone in boom is just fun, both verson are different yes, but fun

[@RedDevilStudio]

Also one scene in particular I like hos interaction with tails

[@FlipSide2025]

Exactly I was worried he would turn into boom knuckles I'm fine with boom knuckles cuz he's not canon(and funny in the show) and so are these movies but with the way they set him up I would be disappointed if knuckles went the boom approach

[@MrGlasses94]

Can't believe we live in a time with live action Sonic Trilogy Can't wait for the spin offs with Shadow if they confirm them

[@manuelorozco7760]

I want to see a Rachael spin off!

[@nabulsi05vlogsandstuff10]

​@@manuelorozco7760yeah don't know about that bud

[@manuelorozco7760]

@@nabulsi05vlogsandstuff10 Just a thought really

[@arc7375]

Anyone else notice how far they pushed the Ivo/Stone love story as far as a PG rating would allow? It’s pretty much confirmed that Stone is in love with Ivo. And while Ivo is incapable of loving anything, the fact his sacrifices himself to save the Earth _for Stone_ is heartwarming.

[@ixiahj]

Never mind Shadow. I thought Gerald was really intriguing. In the games, he was just a recording plotting revenge. He never had the chance to change his heart. In this movie, he's alive and he's been harboring hatred for all of humanity for decades. He wanted to end it all. That's nuts. Especially when he compared his grandson to Maria.

[@Dartanyoogles]

Gerald was amazing!!! I think it's one of Jim Carrey's best roles in his filmography.

[@rarescevei8268]

I like the fact that they did something different with Gerald.

[@CaptainAvenger1993]

I saw Sonic The Hedgehog 3 last night and it’s one of the best Sonic movies in the trilogy! I won’t spoil the credits but that mid credits had us all excited!

[@kdg.2291]

And the last credit scene too. OMG I AM HYPED!

[@NanoHinode]

I loved it when I saw it last night!

[@Migzter05]

I’m not a huge fan of the franchise, but I am just so damn happy about what this trilogy has gone through. It went from almost becoming a bomb before Sonic was visually corrected (due to fan clamor I might add) to becoming the first truly successful video game movie trilogy. Props!

[@Urmumlel7025]

Maddie was wearing a purple sweater. Can't wait💜💜💜

[@AceNei]

it was pink for amy she’s in the end credits

[@deltaprime3509]

Who would have guessed after the first movie that they would make two more than get better and better and make one of if not the best video game movie trilogy.

[@Blackwingdesigns]

I played sonic growing up and didn’t watch the first two but heard great things. I finally watched them and damn I’m hyped. I’m taking my younger sister to see it this weekend. I’m so happy that a franchise listened to fans and respects the IP. The fact they did in the first two made me watch them 😊

[@Dartanyoogles]

I'm glad you gave a shout out to Colleen O'Shaughnessey man! She has been Tails since 2014, and she always kills it! I just watched the Angry Joe review, and they had no idea who voiced Tails in the movies. Joe looked it up, and said, "Oh it's someone named Colleen, anyway..." The disrespect was pretty ridiculous.

[@Cloud-dt6xb]

She became the voice at the worst time for the series so I'm glad she stuck around long enough to really get the meat to Tails's charachter that she deserved. I'm very happy with Tails in this movie he got to really show the best aspects of his charachter. From effortlessly hacking a huge security network like a boss to fearlessly leaping out into space to get Sonic.

[@Mrstobastoba]

Love the Andre flex on seeing it twice. It's great seeing how far we came from Ugly Sonic (rip)

[@JakeSpyTheNewEra]

Sonic is my 5th favorite franchise, and Shadow is one of my favorite characters, so I approve of this movie.

[@danielland3767]

All Sonic 4 needs now is Jaleel White cameo

[@EthanCrossMedia]

Nice, I just came back from watching Sonic the Hedgehog 3 in theatres, and it was great! 😀👍🏽

[@manuelorozco7760]

I saw it this morning! And I think so. I was a bit nervous how it was going to land with Shadow amping up the stakes

[@tanisdaniels]

Great review Andre!

[@LagoonKnight]

They might drop the 4 in the fourth movie. It probably will just have an under title card under Sonic the Hedgehog.

[@thisisthewroten]

My favorite reference that I think a lot of people will look over is when the female lead asked sonic to go sonic gold god mode and the hologram does the same animation from sonic 2 game it was introduced in. 😊

[@Blackwing2040]

The moment with characters playing other characters, my best friend was like "isn't that technically, you know what" 😂😂😂

[@GeminiRosche]

I thought the same

[@flowerzforsaturn]

Definitely agree with the pacing issue especially with Maria and Shadow, however there’s talks of a Shadow spin off movie or show so I think they’ll add more then

[@irregulargamer1352]

A lot of stuff is in the air and it feels lazy. I personally didn't like that about the movie. I get it, more movies, more money but come on

[@Nuigi12]

We just came out of the theater, my theater went crazy and it was actually the best movie I've seen this entire year!

[@AyoBlakesterTV]

I know this doesn't really matter, but I wanna mention how the movie currently has an 86% Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes...MUCH higher than the previous two movies, and is technically the most critically acclaimed video game movie ever! So that's pretty interesting how not only are audiences saying this is the best Sonic movie so far, but CRITICS think so too. Have the critics finally seen what us audiences see in this now trilogy and accepted it? Again, doesn't matter, just thought I'd bring it up since that made my eyebrows raise a bit. Who would've thought that Sonic would break the video game critics curse? 😱😱😱

[@Cloud-dt6xb]

Ehh alot of the reviews are fair but there's still quite a few that make me roll my eyes. The kind of comments you can put the stuck up snort noise next to perfectly. The audience score and cinema score are still the more important ones in my eyes, although even I was shocked this one's not only at 86 but continues to hover in that range.

[@jadaw644]

I'm so glad these movies are so great and have been done with passion. 💛

[@HighlandHellboy]

They had so many Live and Learn needle drops and I was PUMPED each time, so goood!

[@kirbyfan3000]

In my Theater I was the only one who noticed eggmans ringtone lol that phone played his theme song for like 1 second

[@StardustSynchron]

I loved it! I felt like a kid, I played almost every Sonic game from Adventure onwards. I know like many people, SA2 means a lot to me. I played that game to death lol. All the nods to the games made me grin like a fool :D

[@michaelcurry8497]

Just about to go in to watch it! Been waiting for this one!

[@BugsyFoga]

Glad you got to go to the premiere

[@DigiRangerScott]

You can tell Sonic loves numbers because he counted One Blew Three Floor

[@SpiderHam]

My eyes got watery a few times. Loved Sonic 3! I’m ready to rewatch the whole trilogy, start to finish lock-on technology style, back to back like a single film!

[@obara7366]

I loved it! Just saw it a few hours ago and i had a blast! I squealed and hollered and cackled out loud. It made me so happy. The anticipation for the weeks leading yp to the movie really healed somehing in my inmer child.

[@spinjitzumasterfalcon]

The fighting in this movie was freaking amazing! But the final battle got me cheering!

[@MarioSonicDKPokeFAN]

Just got through seeing it. Really enjoyed it, but was disappointed that i once again ended up at a screening that didn't have a huge crowd! Lackluster reactions from the audience but what all was there, they did cheer and holler at the post credit scene. (Sigh) i guess I'll try to plan ahead for the next movie

[@3rdlegend445]

3:57 “internet” 😂😂😂

[@cjrebirth]

They need to adapt from Sonic CD AND Sonic Heroes for the 4th movie 🙏🏻 Also yes, i absolutely loved this movie. My favorite of the series so far

[@CouchSpud91]

Considering what we got in the mid-credits scene, I predict that's exactly what Sonic 4 is going to be. And I think we'll be getting a Shadow spinoff series to hold us over before it too.

[@TheRelentlessness]

Took my 9 and 5 yr old sons to see it. I'm 42 and me and the dad beside me were cracking up the whole time. Nostalgia along with the discovery for my sons was priceless. Jim Carrey stole it

[@En1gmat1c1]

I been waiting for this! Here's hoping we get Hipster Sonic in this.

[@aviadd]

I am so happy you making movies reviews again 😊

[@Mr_bukowski4435]

I teared up MULTIPLE TIMES IT WAS SO AMAZING

[@StoneR21pkg]

What this movie did well: visuals (Great), Main plot moments (very good), Jim Carry (Great) What the movie did not do well: Character Development, backstory, emotion/connection. Story fluff or smooth transitions in plot. It felt rushed. I felt like the movies plot was rushed and too fast developing. There weren't smooth Transitions from one plot point to the next. Its like movie opens and shadow breaks out, then sonic is already fighting Shadow and then Eggman is back. Like give the movie time to breathe. Where is the emotion and the shock value of all the things that are happening?? Its just not there. They didn't flush Shadow out enough or Professor Gearld. I wanted more than anything in this movie was to feel Shadows pain and loss. Make me understand what Maria met to Gearld. In stead I got cheap laughs and puns shoved down my throat. Most of the main plot moments were great. But I felt like all of the emotion of what the movie should of been was just skipped over. You see some of it at the very end but that's it. I wasn't looking for it to be the same as the games, that would be foolish to ask for but come on. I know it's a kids movie but that damn game with like 10 mins of cut scenes had more emotion then the movie. (opinion)

[@justinbarton8808]

I get where your coming from. It does go by really fast and maybe a bit too much too quickly. As for the shadow and Maria moments and her accident. The way they did it is.. respectable, does it carry the same weight as in the games? No but they still manage to make you feel what they want you to feel. I wish that they had more scenes together because I enjoyed the little montage they had it was cute and heartwarming but definitely a condensed version compared to the games. Gerald wasn’t my favourite character either, it was an interesting approach to his character for sure. All Jim Carey, definitely not as serious as the games. But at the same time there were funny moments. Shadow and Sonic were the best part of the movie. But I honestly expected more fights between them. My least favourite part was the London stuff, just seemed kinda bland and boring tbh. Best part imo was the 3rd act. Those visuals and the sonic vs shadow fight was epic. The sound design and CGI was well made.

[@mr219gip5210]

Sonic The Hedgehog goes down in history as the best videogame adaptation movie ever! Super Mario Bros.. You're next up!!!

[@Penncentral-vr6mg]

This is just a love letter to fans from all the references to the acting to the better use of the humans. This is quite a step up over two and I’m really excited for what’s next. My movie of the year

[@newmoondoggie]

Can't wait for your spoiler review! I also thought it was 🤔 with that one scene with Tom lol. I LOVED the movie but did have some little nitpicking

[@Flaris]

It's really amazing how we got here. Once more though I salute that the studio and people making the movie...listened! Even more so today that's something you never hear. In an era of "toxic fans" and insults thrown all over the place, the fans spoke up, and they were heard! And now we have a fourth movie coming and I wouldn't be shocked to see a Shadow spin-off film happen! And this movie was great. They let the weight land for Shadow's story and let him be awesome. Knocked it out of the park!

[@runraggedrhino]

Now just imagine they never bothered to redesign the Sonic character design! Would things have grown in the same way? And how big would Tails' and Knuckles' teeth have been??

[@Mochocolate9k]

This was the review I've been looking forward too!!! N yes. I was asking myself the same thing, should I be offended at this? 😂 (in that one scene) Great video brotha!

[@RisingJay]

it's so crazy to imagine we wouldn't have any of the current Sonic goodness (movies AND games) if it wasn't for that 2020 redesign! (& possibly being the only big release during that year lol)

[@malaez88]

I haven't played Sonic Adventure 2 in years. After watching this movie, it's definitely high on the revisit list.

[@davidtheriault1421]

I never thought Jim Carrey as Dr. Eggman would ever make me cry, but here we are. It happened.

[@TheGrimoiresVoice]

Was waiting for this!

[@HerrDeutschBlood]

Just think, we probably wouldn’t have this movie if the internet didn’t bully Paramount into redesigning a blue hedgehog.

[@Dartanyoogles]

I don't condone internet bullying in the slightest, but that was the one rare occurrence when it actually had a substantial effect on the quality of the film. If they wouldn't have changed the Sonic design I think the first film would have bombed, easily.

[@zacharymccoy7091]

Ben Schwartz is the master of voicing blue, cocky characters. He has played Sonic, Leo, and Dewey Duck. Maybe in the future he can voice a Smurf.

[@gaugemogle0779]

Don't forget Randy Cunningham although he's not blue he still plays a cocky teenager

[@manuelorozco7760]

Him voicing Dewey is one of couple reasons I had to see the first movie a few years ago

[@aaron_h785]

I personally don't like his voice for Sonic he sounds like Vector from despicable me.

[@JarvisCosric885]

Agreed and I am ready to enjoy Sonic 3 multiple times ASAP. Also, if Jaleel White voices Metal Sonic in a future Sonic sequel, I would burst out into pure happy cheering

[@dezstark4690]

I saw it and my theater when NUTS for the game references! And I gotta say what you said about Mattie. You know what I mean!

[@HDGamerofficial]

This movie is phenomenal! Each sonic movie keeps getting better as they go on!!!

[@TheMrSwampert]

I REALLY hope agent Stone comes back for the next movie. He’s such a great character and I’d love for him to at least have some closure.

[@cjfox7674]

The Brotherhood of metalix storyline from the British Sonic comic would be perfect for Sonic 4 it involves time travelling and would be an easy way to bring back robotnik if they wanted

[@gingerbob14]

The good the bad and the nerdy took me back man

[@LightsRider13]

So glad to have seen your video pop up right after seeing the movie myself today! Are you planning to do a spoiler-talk on this a little later down the line? I'd love to hear your takes on some of the major points! ^_^

[@AP-Design]

The most well-adapted video game trilogy, IMO. They aren’t masterpieces, but all three are solid, wholesome fun, and consistently use the source material well. I still need some time to process, but I probably liked this one the most.

[@thealjohnsonshow2188]

Can't wait for this (as well as the now-announced 4th) movie!

[@BeatEngine-qr7if]

E-40 with the culture support 💪🏾

[@supaserajupiter]

IT WAS SUCH A GOOD MOVIE!!!!!!!!! The team really gave us the best trilogy *sobs*

[@davidtheriault1421]

This is legit one of my favorite movies in a while

[@October2045]

I remember when black nerd rubbished the original sonic movie trailer, now look how far the sonic movies have come

[@BeatEngine-qr7if]

And I know what you mean about the offended part, the angry black woman trope 😂 They played it very well

[@ZmanShow]

ANDRE REVIEW!!!

[@johnpittsii7524]

Thanks for the review Andre ❤️

[@ImperfectXIII]

Seriously the best installment yet.

[@FOXZILLA5734]

Sonic made history by being the very first video game movie to get 3 films and are all very enjoyable, really well done.

[@Mondo_182]

gonna have to catch this in theater, thanks andre great review!

[@eddieanderson9399]

pneumonoultramicroscopicsilicovolcanoconiosis 😂

[@kirbyfan3000]

Bro wtf I haven’t seen you since the WII-U was still a thing lol. Wow memories lol

[@sava898]

Wow. And to think, it all started after the change to Sonic's original design. I'm glad that these movies are doing well, and I hope they continue to do so. Ngl though...I may or may not have a tiny crush on Shadow lol.

[@doverndptc2839]

- There was no Rouge in spite of G.U.N's heavy involvement. - Shadow’s backstory was a bit clumsy, softened. - The morals of the story were a bit heavy handed. - Power Levels were inconsistent, and the shift of power near the end of the final fight messed with the theme of 'vengeance is not the way to win'. But in spite of ALL THAT, I really, really liked the film. All the actors did a great job, and I hope the film does really well. It may not outsell Mufasa, but Sonic 3 is certainly the better movie.

[@jonathanbarr9764]

Does Live And Learn play at some point in this movie?

[@RayTheGr8]

Yes

[@RayTheGr8]

Yes

[@jonathanbarr9764]

@@RayTheGr8 I'm in.

[@exeggutivejudge3747]

2 times

[@RayTheGr8]

@ sa2 my boy

[@CHANIMATES]

Dude I saw you on Sam's stream on the blue carpet I'm on his streams all the time so it made me so happy that you to met 😅

[@EdwardSanchezProductions]

Oh my god I love this movie so much

[@cyboorg00920]

Hey Andre did you go to the premiere? Would love to see some vlog type content for this stuff. Also I miss your Black Friday hauls videos!

[@Jigglypoof]

What early cameo is he referring to? I've seen the movie but I feel like I already forgot it.

[@LawTzuTao]

I seem to regularly come back to your channel in June and December. 🤔

[@greenleopard49]

Were any announcements made?

[@LarryHayward-v7p]

BIGGEST BLOCKBUSTERS EVER FOR A VIDEO GAME MOVIE EVER…..🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯

[@EdwardSanchezProductions]

Andre is the ultimate Sonic the hedgehog fan

[@SmoliverTwist]

So excited to see this

[@justinbarton8808]

It’s a fun time a lot like a roller coaster ride. I cried I’ll admit it, the way they tell shadows backstory works for the movie series even if they’re doing their own thing. It’s not at all SA2 the movie but it was fun. It does go by very fast, from one thing to the next but there’s enough wow moments or cool things that keep you engaged. I smiled at all the Easter eggs they sprinkled in. The sound design and CGI is really good in this one. They poured their hearts into this one. Go see it! Worth seeing in theatres 💯 this is a film you can enjoy with loved ones for sure. Keanu Reeves as shadow is near perfect, none of his lines sound off or anything he fits shadow so well. Definitely a must see film

[@MochaMilk595]

My only gripe with the movie is that oversaturation of Jim Carry shenanigans. It feels like a tonal tug-o-war is constantly happening within the movie, with the more serious Sonic & Shadow plot VS the goofy Roboitniks plot. I wish they had gone full serious with a few jokes here and there for this movie specifically. Kinda felt whiplashy, how the movie wants to portray the Robitniks as actual threats just to have them constantly poking fun at both characters. Deadpool does a great job at balancing both spectrums of the tone. Sonic just didn't do it for me in that regard. I would have traded the overabundance of humor for more backstory and exposition. Otherwise, solid film!

[@TheStruggleStreamPodcast]

3:51 💯💯💯😅😅😅 I felt it in that scene

[@MazterP28]

Where did you get that sonic shirt Andre? I want it. I have a one sonic shirt. But I want more

[@WoodysPickle]

That freaking mid credits scene!!!!!!!

[@MoonSpiritChannel]

I just came back from it. I'm just full of elation and euphoria from this piece of cinema! I want to see it again, after Nosferatu (and maybe the Bob Dylan biopic).

[@rickestricky1368]

Imagine if we’d even get a Sonic 3 if the studio didn’t listen to the fan backlash to Sonic’s original design. Kudos to them for that.

[@worldsfinesteamup]

Epic, fun, entertaining trilogy. The Sonic films are awesome. TERRANCE OUT

[@JustJulyo]

Time to replay Sonic Adventure 2