Summary
- Sonic the Hedgehog 3 ends with the characters saving the day, but not without some casualties.
- Sonic the Hedgehog 3 features two post-credits scenes teasing characters’ appearances in future films.
As a longtime fan of the Sonic franchise, I must say that this latest installment, Sonic The Hedgehog 3, has truly outdone itself. The action-packed adventure, the emotional moments, and the introduction of new characters have made for an unforgettable cinematic experience.
The third installment of “Sonic the Hedgehog” is now playing in cinemas, featuring not just one but several scenes after the credits, along with an intense finale that hints at the direction the series will take moving forward.
In 2020, Paramount Pictures started transforming SEGA’s famous platformer character, Sonic the Hedgehog, onto the big screen with the premiere of the first “Sonic the Hedgehog” movie. This film series depicts Sonic (voiced by Ben Schwartz) cohabiting with a human family on Earth. The sequel and spin-off TV show have also introduced additional SEGA characters, such as Knuckles (Idris Elba), Tails (Colleen O’Shaughnessey), and the upcoming third film will feature Shadow the Hedgehog (Keanu Reeves). A fourth “Sonic the Hedgehog” movie has been confirmed to be in production, and the ending of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 hints at an exciting future.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3: How Did it End?
| Sonic the Hedgehog 3 | |
|---|---|
| Director | Jeff Fowler |
| Cast | Ben Schwartz, Idris Elba, Colleen O’Shaughnessy, Keanu Reeves, Jim Carrey, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter, Krysten Ritter |
| Release Date | December 20, 2024 |
In Sonic the Hedgehog 3, the storyline centers around Shadow the Hedgehog being awakened from a fifty-year long stasis, orchestrated by the clandestine G.U.N. organization. Seeking revenge for the loss of his dear friend, Maria (Alyla Browne), who is also the granddaughter of Dr. Gerald Robotnik (Jim Carrey), Shadow targets G.U.N. Gerald and Shadow conspire to retrieve two master keys from G.U.N., which will grant access to Gerald’s Eclipse Cannon, a potent weapon he created. With the help of his grandson, Ivo Robotnik (again played by Jim Carrey), Gerald sets their wicked plan into motion. However, upon successfully acquiring both keys and launching the Eclipse Cannon into space, Gerald discloses his sinister intentions: to exterminate Earth and all its inhabitants, as he views humans as unworthy of salvation following Maria’s demise.
Following Shadow’s fatal attack on Tom, Sonic defies his team’s advice and employs the Master Emerald to transform into Super Sonic, pursuing Shadow. In response, Shadow taps into the power of the Chaos Emeralds to turn into Super Shadow, leading to a thrilling space battle between the two. As Sonic gains the advantage over Shadow, he hesitates to kill the other hedgehog, recognizing that his anger had blinded him and caused him to lose sight of himself. In a moment of connection over their shared losses, Shadow consents to aid Sonic in thwarting the Robotniks. Together, they alter the course of the Eclipse Cannon away from Earth, then maneuver it into space for it to ultimately detonate. The movie concludes with Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles rejoining Maddie and Tom (who miraculously survived), and they compete in a final race to decide who is the swiftest.
Who Died in Sonic the Hedgehog 3?
Did Shadow Survive the Events of Sonic the Hedgehog 3?
Regrettably, following his initial appearance in “Sonic the Hedgehog 3”, it appears Shadow’s journey within the series concludes, at least for now. In the storyline, he gives up his life to propel the malfunctioning Eclipse Cannon into outer space, which subsequently detonates along with him. Initially portrayed as a villain consumed by rage, intent on destroying Earth and its inhabitants, Shadow’s final heroic actions to save Earth, even at the cost of his own existence, redefine him as a selfless hero. Nevertheless, a post-credits scene suggests there might be more to come for Shadow (further details to follow later).
What Happened to Ivo and Gerald Robotnik?
In the course of Sonic the Hedgehog 3’s storyline, Ivo Robotnik and Gerald Robotnik, who hadn’t seen each other for fifty years, shared a splendid reunion. However, their bond was shattered when Ivo discovered his grandfather’s intentions to devastate Earth. As the situation escalated, Sonic, Knuckles, Tails, and Shadow intervened to thwart Gerald. Unfortunately, in the ensuing turmoil, Gerald met an end as he was disintegrated by the Eclipse Cannon’s raw energy. In the aftermath, Ivo and Shadow decided to act for the benefit of Earth’s people, temporarily halting the Eclipse Cannon from detonating. With mere moments left, Gerald sent a farewell message to Earth and paid homage to his trusted associate and minion, Agent Stone (Lee Majdoub), before being engulfed in a blaze of glory – a supernova, as it were.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3’s Post-Credits Scenes Explained
Sonic’s Mid-Credits Scene Introduces Some Major Characters
In the movie “Sonic the Hedgehog 3,” there are several scenes shown after the credits roll. One of these scenes significantly influences the upcoming fourth Sonic film. Following a race with Knuckles and Tails, Sonic ends up in a New York park where he’s encompassed by a swarm of metallic hedgehogs resembling him. It’s clear that this scene sets the stage for the emergence of Metal Sonic in the future. In the video games, Metal Sonic is a robotic counterpart of Sonic created by Dr. Robotnik to defeat the blue hedgehog. This metal duplicate can mimic and often surpass Sonic’s abilities, making it one of his deadliest adversaries.
In a fortunate turn of events, Sonic doesn’t have to battle the metallic robots all by himself since a helper, hidden beneath a robe, shows up in the after-credits sequence. Underneath that cloak is Amy Rose, a well-known ally and potential love interest of Sonic from the video game series, who is often depicted as one of his strongest allies. In this scene, she brandishes her signature weapon, the Piko Piko Hammer, and together with Sonic, they ready themselves to take on the metal forces amassed around them. This scene strongly implies that Amy Rose and Metal Sonic will be significant characters in the upcoming game, Sonic the Hedgehog 4.
In this particular setting, it’s evident that both Amy Rose and Metal Sonic are set to play significant roles in the upcoming adventure of Sonic the Hedgehog 4.
The Final Post-Credits Scene Confirms Shadow’s Fate
Sitting through the full credits will reward audiences with one more post-credits scene. The short snippet reveals a close-up of a set of familiar shoes landing on the ground before a pair of hands lean down to pick up two golden bracelets. The scene all but confirms that Shadow survived the explosion of the Eclipse Cannon as the hedgehog was seen removing his golden bracelets before the final act. It seems he has now returned to Earth to retrieve them after miraculously surviving his ordeal. Whether Shadow’s next move is to reunite with Team Sonic or to wander Earth on his own, it seems likely he’ll be roped into the action in the fourth Sonic film, or perhaps his adventures will be explored in his spin-off series like Knuckles.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is now in theaters.
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