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Kristen Bell Joins Sonic the Hedgehog 4
18 Feb 2026 By Tommy Pihl (Editor-in-Chief)
There’s exciting casting news today for "Sonic the Hedgehog 4". According to The Hollywood Reporter, Kristen Bell has officially signed on to voice Amy Rose in the next installment of Paramount’s hugely successful franchise based on the Sega video games.
Amy Rose is a beloved character from the games — a pink hedgehog known for her energy, determination, and her not-so-subtle affection for Sonic. Fans already caught a glimpse of her in the mid-credits scene of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, where she dramatically saves Sonic from an army of Metal Sonics. As with previous entries, Paramount used the credits scene to tease a major character who will take on a bigger role in the next movie.
Kristen Bell joins an impressive voice cast that includes Ben Schwartz as Sonic, Idris Elba as Knuckles, and Keanu Reeves as Shadow. Her addition continues the franchise’s tradition of bringing in big-name talent with each new film.
Of course, for Jim Carrey fans, the biggest question surrounding Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is whether Jim Carrey will return as the unforgettable Dr. Robotnik. While his involvement has not yet been officially confirmed, Carrey’s wildly entertaining performance has been one of the defining highlights of the franchise so far. His blend of classic physical comedy and over-the-top villainy has given the series much of its unique energy.
Most of the core cast is expected to return, including Lee Majdoub as Agent Stone and James Marsden and Tika Sumpter as Sonic’s adoptive parents, but as always, we’ll have to wait for official announcements regarding the full lineup for the fourth film.
Director Jeff Fowler is once again back at the helm, having directed the previous three films. The franchise has become one of Paramount’s biggest successes of the 2020s, earning more than $1 billion worldwide across three movies. The most recent installment even became the highest-grossing of the series, bringing in over $490 million globally.
Plot details for "Sonic the Hedgehog 4" are still being kept secret, but with Amy Rose officially entering the picture and Robotnik always ready with another master plan, the next chapter promises even more action, humor, and chaos. The film is currently scheduled for release on March 19, 2027.
Stay tuned for more updates as production moves forward — it looks like Sonic’s world is about to get even bigger.
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