Sonic the Hedgehog (movie franchise)

Sonic the Hedgehog is a CGI-animated action-adventure science fiction comedy film series based on the popular video game character of the same name owned by Sega. The series consists of nine films. It is directed by Brad Bird and is solely based on the video games.

Sonic the Hedgehog
The film focuses on Sonic going on a quest to find the seven Chaos Emeralds and stop Dr. Robotnik from taking over the world. Along the way, he meets Tails, Amy Rose and Knuckles. Metal Sonic also appears in the film, as do the Chaotix who have minor roles. The film's plot is based on Sonic 1, Sonic 2, Sonic 3 and Sonic CD.

Sonic the Hedgehog: Chaos Awakens
A direct sequel to the first film, the story follows Sonic and the Mobians developing a good reputation with the humans in Station Square ever since the world was saved. Meanwhile, Dr. Robotnik is looking for payback on his speedy nemesis and releases a creature of destruction known as Chaos who goes on a rampage in the city. The film is a full-length film adaptation of Sonic Adventure.

The Chaotix
This is the first spin-off film in the series and it serves as a prequel to the first film. The Chaotix Detective Agency have built quite the reputation for themselves as the best detectives in Mobius, which is why they're hired by Knuckles to find a mysterious artifact. But what they don't know is that Nack the Weasel, a bounty hunter and an old "friend" of theirs, is hot on their trail. And he's got a few allies of his own as well. The film is based partially on the video game Knuckles' Chaotix.

Sonic the Hedgehog: Project Shadow
This film takes place shortly after the events of Sonic the Hedgehog: Chaos Awakens. Dr. Robotnik unleashes yet another scheme in the form of Shadow, a hedgehog who is similar to Sonic in almost every way possible. It is a full-length film adaptation of Sonic Adventure 2.

Shadow the Hedgehog
A spin-off sequel to Sonic the Hedgehog: Project Shadow, this solo film focuses on the titular character trying to regain the memories of his past while Rouge and Omega search for him. Meanwhile, the humans and Mobians prepare to fight back against an alien invasion. It is mostly based on the video game of the same name while also taking a few elements from Sonic Heroes.

Sonic the Hedgehog: Rogues and Riches
When the Chaos Emeralds disappear once more, all signs point to a group of thieves known as the Babylon Rogues. Sonic, Tails and Knuckles soon learn that the only way to get the emeralds back is to race the rebels for them. But while Sonic is known as the fastest thing on land, the leader Jet claims to be just as fast in the air! Can the heroes beat their fowl rivals at their own game? And just what do the Rogues get out of this anyway? The film is based on Tails' Skypatrol and the Sonic Riders series.

Silver the Hedgehog
The sixth film in the franchise introduces the titular character. Silver must help his friends Blaze the Cat and Marine the Raccoon when their nemesis Robotnik Nega unleashes the Deadly Six on the city. Can the telekinetic hedgehog, the feline princess and the energetic sailing raccoon defeat the doctor and his destructive beasts? The film is based on Sonic '06, Sonic Lost World and the Sonic Rush games.

The Babylon Rogues
This spin-off film taking place prior to the events of Sonic the Hedgehog: Rogues and Riches focuses on the origins of the Babylon Rogues. Jet finds his life as a member of the Battle Bird Armada shattered after getting stabbed in the back by his leader Grand Battle Kukku. Soon Jet meets with fellow thieves Wave and Storm and decides to get revenge on the Armada. The film takes a few elements from Tails Adventure.

Sonic the Hedgehog: War for Mobius
This is the final film in the franchise. Metal Sonic is now the ruler of Mobius after defeating Sonic and double-crossing Dr. Robotnik. After recieving a message from Silver the Hedgehog about what his future is like, the Blue Blur responds by forming a team consisting of heroes and villains alike. With Sonic and Dr. Robotnik leading the charge, will the reign of Metal Sonic finally be terminated? The film is based on Sonic Heroes and Sonic Forces.

Voice Cast

 * Dylan O'Brien as Sonic the Hedgehog
 * America Ferrara as Miles "Tails" Prower
 * Anna Kendrick as Amy Rose
 * Tyrese Gibson as Knuckles the Echidna
 * Bryan Cranston as Dr. Ivo "Eggman" Robotnik and Robotnik "Eggman" Nega
 * James Spader as Metal Sonic
 * Dee Bradley Baker as Big the Cat, Chaos, E-123 Omega and Bark the Polar Bear
 * Ariel Winter as Cream the Rabbit
 * Tara Strong as Cheese the Chao
 * Terry Crews as Vector the Crocodile
 * Will Yun Lee as Espio the Chameleon
 * Zach Callison as Charmy Bee
 * Auli'i Cravalho as Tikal the Echidna
 * Idris Elba as Pachacamac
 * Seth Green as Mighty the Armadillo
 * Greg Cipes as Ray the Flying Squirrel
 * Simon Pegg as Nack the Weasel
 * 'Weird' Al Yankovic as Bean the Dynamite
 * Morena Baccarin as Rouge the Bat
 * Norman Reesen as Shadow the Hedgehog
 * J.K. Simmons as the Commander
 * Isabela Moner as Maria Robotnik
 * Josh Brolin as Black Doom
 * Keith David as the President
 * Kristen Chenoweth as Wendy Witchcart
 * Alan Tudyk as Jet the Hawk
 * Kate McKinnon as Wave the Swallow
 * Brad Garrett as Storm the Albatross
 * Matt Sloan as the Babylon Guardian
 * Chris Pine as Silver the Hedgehog
 * Kristen Stewart as Blaze the Cat
 * Maia Mitchell as Marine the Raccoon
 * Samuel L. Jackson as Zavok
 * Jack Black as Zazz
 * Mindy Kaling as Zeena
 * Dustin Hoffman as Master Zik
 * John Goodman as Zomom
 * Will Arnett as Zor
 * Johnny Depp as Grand Battle Kukku
 * Bill Hader as Speedy

Trivia

 * The film franchise received positive reviews from critics and overwhelming support from fans.
 * Sega confirmed that the film series has its own canon.
 * As the franchise is family-friendly, the film Shadow the Hedgehog is not as edgy as the game of the same name.
 * The series has four spin-off films: The Chaotix, Shadow the Hedgehog, Silver the Hedgehog and The Babylon Rogues.
 * Despite Sonic the Hedgehog: Chaos Awakens being adapted from Sonic Adventure, E-102 Gamma is replaced by E-123 Omega.
 * While Sonic Riders features Dr. Eggman as the main antagonist, Sonic the Hedgehog: Rogues and Riches replaces him with Witchcart (or Wendy Witchcart as she's known as in the film).
 * In Sonic the Hedgehog: War for Mobius, Sonic mentions being turned into a Werehog once. It is reference to Sonic Unleashed.
 * Some of the films in the franchise feature forgotten or underrated characters from the games.
 * In the film series, there are five official members of the Chaotix: Vector, Espio, Charmy, Mighty and Ray. Ray is the newest addition, as he would join the team near the end of their spin-off film.
 * It was revealed that Nack the Weasel is a former member of the Chaotix who turned on his teammates because he cared more about money. During a heist, he had a run-in with Bean the Dynamite and Bark the Polar Bear and they've been a team ever since.