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Jim Carrey and the Sonic the Hedgehog Cast Give Their Verdict on That Redesign

Plus, Carrey reveals what it was like to return to comedy and Sonic himself spills on the ad-libs that didn't make the final cut.

by | January 30, 2020 | Comments

What do the stars of Sonic the Hedgehog really think about the fan-inspired character redesign that delayed – but maybe saved – the movie? That’s what we asked Jim Carrey, Ben Schwartz, and James Marsden when we sat down with the guys in the lead-up to the movie’s release. Plus, Carrey tells us what it was like to return to his comedy roots for the over-the-top villain, Dr. Ivo Robotnik, and Schwartz reveals an awesome SEGA Easter Egg that was left on the cutting-room floor (we’ll wait for the director’s cut). And, finally, Marsden give us a tasty tidbit on upcoming Stephen King miniseries, The Stand.


Sonic the Hedgehog is in theaters February 14, 2020. 

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Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)
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Adjusted Score: 78592%
Critics Consensus: Fittingly fleet and frequently fun, Sonic the Hedgehog is a video game-inspired adventure the whole family can enjoy -- and a fine excuse for Jim Carrey to tap into the manic energy that launched his career.
Synopsis: The world needed a hero -- it got a hedgehog. Powered with incredible speed, Sonic embraces his new home on... [More]
Directed By: Jeff Fowler

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