Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Becomes Highest-Grossing Live-Action Video Game Movie

The film surpasses Detective Pikachu with $462 million globally, securing its place as the second-highest grossing video game adaptation overall.

Sonic the Hedgehog 3 has earned $462 million worldwide, overtaking Detective Pikachu's $450 million to become the highest-grossing live-action video game movie.
The film now ranks as the second-highest grossing video game adaptation overall, behind The Super Mario Bros. Movie's $1.36 billion global earnings.
Sonic 3's box office success is bolstered by strong domestic and international performance, with nearly equal splits of $230.6 million and $232 million respectively.
Critics and audiences have praised the film, reflected in Rotten Tomatoes scores of 86% from critics and 95% from viewers.
Paramount has confirmed plans for Sonic the Hedgehog 4, scheduled for release on March 19, 2027, with further franchise expansions hinted at.