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Kristen Bell Cast as Amy Rose in Sonic the Hedgehog 4

The casting signals Paramount’s continued star-driven expansion of its billion-dollar franchise under returning director Jeff Fowler for a March 2027 release.

Overview

  • The Hollywood Reporter first reported Bell’s deal, which Sonic voice actor Ben Schwartz then celebrated on Instagram.
  • Paramount has set the fourth film for March 19, 2027, with Jeff Fowler back in the director’s chair.
  • Most core cast members are expected to return, including Idris Elba, Colleen O'Shaughnessey and Keanu Reeves, though Jim Carrey’s involvement is not confirmed.
  • Story details remain under wraps, with Amy Rose’s on-screen arrival previously teased without revealing specifics.
  • The first three Sonic films have surpassed $1 billion globally, with the third installment the franchise’s top earner to date.