Keanu Reeves Officially Confirmed as Voice of Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog 3
The highly anticipated Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie has made a major casting announcement: Keanu Reeves will lend his voice to the iconic anti-hero, Shadow the Hedgehog. The news broke via a playful teaser on the film's official TikTok account, featuring a cleverly worded message and clips of both Sonic and a young Keanu Reeves.
Speculation surrounding Reeves' involvement had circulated for months. Shadow's introduction was subtly teased in Sonic the Hedgehog 2, setting the stage for a potential showdown with Sonic in the upcoming film. The official trailer, expected to debut as early as next week, promises a closer look at this anticipated rivalry.
Ben Schwartz, the voice of Sonic, previously expressed his excitement about Shadow's addition to the franchise, highlighting the filmmakers' commitment to satisfying fans.
The Sonic 3 cast boasts a stellar lineup, including the returning Jim Carrey as Dr. Eggman, Colleen O'Shaughnessey as Tails, and Idris Elba as Knuckles. Krysten Ritter joins the ensemble in a currently unannounced role.
The success of the Sonic film franchise has significantly impacted the broader Sonic brand. Takashi Iizuka of Sonic Team has acknowledged the responsibility of catering to both longtime fans and a newly expanded audience drawn in by the movies.
With Sonic the Hedgehog 3 set for release on December 20th, fans can soon witness the thrilling clash between Sonic and Shadow, along with the rest of the beloved characters.
