Sonic 3 Movie's Shadow Voice Actor Confirmed to Be Keanu Reeves

Keanu Reeves Officially Confirmed as Voice of Shadow in Sonic the Hedgehog 3

The highly anticipated Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie has made a major casting announcement: Keanu Reeves will lend his voice to the iconic anti-hero, Shadow the Hedgehog. The news broke via a playful teaser on the film's official TikTok account, featuring a nod to Reeves's earlier work in Speed.

Speculation about Reeves's involvement had circulated for months. Shadow's introduction was teased in Sonic the Hedgehog 2, setting the stage for a potential showdown with Sonic in the upcoming film. An official trailer, expected as early as next week, is anticipated to reveal more about their dynamic.

Ben Schwartz, the voice of Sonic, expressed his excitement about Shadow's inclusion in a previous interview, highlighting the filmmakers' commitment to fan satisfaction.

The film boasts a star-studded cast, including the returning Jim Carrey as Dr. Eggman, Colleen O'Shaughnessey as Tails, and Idris Elba as Knuckles. Krysten Ritter joins the ensemble in a currently unannounced role.

The success of the Sonic film franchise has significantly impacted the broader Sonic brand. Takashi Iizuka of Sonic Team has acknowledged the challenge of balancing the needs of dedicated fans with the appeal to a wider, newer audience.

With Sonic the Hedgehog 3 set for release on December 20th, anticipation is high for the cinematic clash between Sonic and Shadow.