The ongoing coronavirus pandemic is causing some major happenings in the entertainment industry. When it comes to movies, it’s seen film companies release movies digitally much earlier than they would otherwise, and now that’s extended to theSonic the Hedgehogmovie, which premiered in theaters just last month.
Paramount has confirmed thatSonic the Hedgehogwill get its digital release on March 31, with a physical home media release to follow on May 19. TheSonic the Hedgehoghome media release boasts some special bonus features for fans to enjoy, which could very well convince those that already paid to see the movie in theaters to double dip.
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As far as bonus content goes, theSonic the Hedgehoghome media release includes commentary by director Jeff Fowler andSonic voice actor Ben Schwartz. It will also include a new animated short calledAround the World in 80 Secondsthat’s being touted as “Sonic’s next adventure,” along with deleted scenes, bloopers, the “Speed Me Up” music video, a feature detailing Sonic’s origin, and a set tour with Ben Schwartz.
TheSonic the Hedgehoghome media release will also have a lot of content that should please fans ofDr. Robotnik actor Jim Carrey. This will include a feature called “For the Love of Sonic” where Carrey and the rest of the cast “discuss whatSonic the Hedgehogmeans to them,” and a feature that shows Jim Carrey developing his Dr. Robotnik character. These special features seem like they will be exciting forSonic the Hedgehogfans, though anyone interested will want to be sure that their digital retail supports special features, as that varies.
Arguably the most interesting thing about theSonic the Hedgehoghome media release is the new animation. It’s likely just a throwaway animation, but perhaps it will give fans an idea of what to expect from the inevitableSonic the Hedgehogmovie sequel, whenever that materializes.
Unlike some other recent films,Sonic the Hedgehogwas able to have a decent box office run before the coronavirus pandemic shut down movie theaters the world over. It’s pulled in over $300 million at the time of this writing and hasbeatenDetective Pikachufor the title of highest-grossing video game movie at the domestic box office. This success more or less guarantees that a sequel is on the way, and it will be interesting to see if it can continue the momentum of the first film.
Sonic the Hedgehogwill be available digitally on March 31, with a physical release to follow on May 19.
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