Paramount Pictures' Sonic the Hedgehog Franchise Surpasses $1 Billion at Global Box Office

Sonic the Hedgehog Franchise Surpasses $1 Billion

Paramount Pictures has announced an incredible milestone: the Sonic the Hedgehog film franchise, based on the popular video game by SEGA, has surpassed a staggering $1 billion in total box office revenue worldwide. This achievement was largely fueled by the recent release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3, which has already attracted millions of viewers to theaters across the globe.

Released in theaters just last month, Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is already making headlines with a domestic box office revenue exceeding $187 million. Meanwhile, it has crossed the $100 million mark internationally, contributing to a cumulative total of over $312 million in global earnings. The film has garnered an impressive A rating on CinemaScore and a strong 86% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, marking it as one of the best-reviewed video game adaptations of all time.

Franchise Growth

The Sonic franchise began its journey with the first film, released in February 2020, which together with its sequel, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, earned a combined total of about $725.2 million globally. These successes have not only bolstered the box office figures but have also generated significant revenue from home entertainment, reaching about $181 million in consumer spending through rentals and digital sales.

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