Use this guide to discover every movie in the Sonic Cinematic Universe and find out where they’re streaming online right now.
Sonic is the ultimate hero and the undefeated underdog. He single-handedly saved SEGA in the 90s, and when the first trailer for his live-action 2020 film debuted, it became the center of jokes and memes thanks to Sonic’s terrifyingly real animation. But after the movie released, it received tons of praise from critics and audiences, and grossed more than $319 million at the box office, making one thing very clear: Sonic is no joke. Check out our guide below to find out where you can watch every movie and show in the Sonic Cinematic Universe in order.
A lot of fans are probably wondering what exactly the “Sonic cinematic universe” is. It’s all the films, shows, and shorts that take place in the new live-action era of Sonic. Believe it or not, Sonic has actually had quite a few shows throughout his three decades – like Sonic the Hedgehog (1993), Sonic Underground (1999), and Sonic X (2003). So it’s important to differentiate that the new franchise doesn’t include those older entries.
So, where does the Sonic Cinematic Universe start? That would be with 2020’s Sonic the Hedgehog, where Sonic uses a golden ring to transport himself to Earth. But once Dr. Robotnik discovers his location, Sonic is forced to escape with the help of his new friend (played excellently by James Marsden).
Thanks to the movie’s success, it was followed by Sonic the Hedgehog 2 in 2022. This time around, Dr. Robotnik is back for revenge and audiences get to see more iconic Sonic characters brought to life like Knuckles and Tails. The mid-credits scene also introduces the villainous Shadow, who plays a large role in Sonic the Hedgehog 3.
There’s also the spin-off series Knuckles, which premiered in April 2024. The show centers around Knuckles, who helps a dimwitted sheriff by teaching him the ways of the echidna warriors…all while the duo try to make it to a bowling tournament while being chased by an evil organization. The show has a fantastic cast that includes Hollywood veterans like Christopher Lloyd and Stockard Channing, as well as both Tika Sumpter and Ben Schwartz reprising their roles from the film series. In the franchise timeline, Knuckles fills the gap between Sonic 2 and Sonic 3.
Sonic and the gang then returned for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 in 2024. In the film, it’s revealed that Shadow (voiced by Keanu Reeves) has been on Earth for decades, but was held captive and used for experiments. Now, he escapes and is hellbent on revenge. Naturally, it’s up to Sonic, Tails, Knuckles, and the rest to save the day and help Shadow find justice. The third film also has a mid-credits scene introducing Amy Rose and Metal Sonic (both of whom made their initial appearances in the 1993 game Sonic CD). Both characters will likely play a big part in Sonic the Hedgehog 4, which Deadline has confirmed is set for a 2027 release.
There’s also a non-canonical short film Sonic Drone Home which is technically part of the new Sonic Cinematic Universe as well. The short was released as part of the special features on the Sonic the Hedgehog 2 Blu-Ray and follows Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails as they encounter a (somewhat evil) scrapyard robot who loves poetry. Luckily, the short has been uploaded to YouTube for anyone who wants to watch it.
Where Can I Watch Every Movie in the Sonic Cinematic Universe?
Find out where every movie in the Sonic cinematic universe is streaming online right now.
