One area where theSonic the Hedgehogmovies have always shined is through their humor.

The writing is always sharp, the jokes are clever, and everything weaves together nicely.

And with Keanu Reeves at the helm, theres one running joke thats practically begging to be included.

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Sonic the Hedgehog 2 has a large roster of characters and a wide-reaching cast.

Here’s the complete guide to the film’s actors and voice performances.

The protagonist even name-drops the actor in the film, shouting Keanu!

Idris Elba in Sonic the Hedgehog.

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Shadow’s introduction was teased at the end ofSonic the Hedgehog 2.

This running joke could be a really fun way of making Shadow more comedic.

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Shadow the Hedgehog in his tank at the end of Sonic the Hedgehog 2

However,Sonic the Hedgehog3needs to change the formulain order to continue strongly into the future.

This all suggests that his character inSonic the Hedgehog 3will be well-rounded and multi-faceted, which is absolutely necessary.

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