There's a new rumour that Knuckles the Echidna will be appearing in Sonic the Hedgehog's second big-screen outing. It's not exactly a surprise considering he's been such a big part of the video game series since first appearing in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, and when taking into account certain scenes in the original live-action Sonic movie.
This information comes from The illuminerdi website, which shared an "exclusive update" revealing Knuckles' appearance would be more than just a cameo. Warning: Original movie spoilers ahead...
"Knuckles the Red Echidna, will indeed have a role in the second movie. Many assumed that Knuckles may have a simple cameo appearance, similar to Tails in the original. However, our sources have indicated that he will have a relevant role in Sonic the Hedgehog 2, that will be larger than a cameo."
Knuckles will apparently "stay true to his video game incarnation" - with the ability to glide and climb walls. While the sequel is still seeking a voice actor, here's what his personality is expected to be like:
"his personality was described to us as serious in nature, but still gullible at times"
The production is also believed to be casting a supporting character named "Randall", who will only have interaction with human characters, and is also reportedly searching for an "A-List human cameo" to make an appearance. Names supposedly being thrown around include Samuel L. Jackson and Chris Rock.
Last month, it was revealed the Sonic movie sequel was scheduled to start production in March next year. And according to Paramount, the film is due out on 8th April 2022.
[source theilluminerdi.com]
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Make sure he is voiced by someone that does not chuckle.
shrugs
The first movie was fine, mainly because of Jim Carrey. Only thing that bugged me was that Sonic was a bit childish, we're all kinda used to how he is the video games, or that anime Sonic X.
Considering that (spoiler alert)
Eggman ends up in a dimension full of mushrooms and the first level of sonic 3 is Mushroom hill zone this rumor tracks.
@Joeynator3000 True. But because they changed that original design, I'll take it.
Tails interestingly enough seems on point (even he was there for a second).
Good to see he'll be ASSITING in the movie, Now if you'll excuse me I'll go cry in a corner "ONE SONIC CHARACTER IS ALL I ASK FOR!"
There were Echidnas in the beginning of the Sonic movie right? They're the one's chasing him and the Owl.
@Aurumonado Her name was Longclaw.
I am still suspecting she isn't dead.
Please give us Shadow!
@torne You're almost right, Mushroom Hill Zone is the first level of Sonic & Knuckles, which is the second half of Sonic 3.
It's the 7th level in Sonic 3 & Knuckles when the game is combined.
I remember Yuji Naka wanted a cameo in the first live-action movie, but the producers forgot to reach out to him. I really hope he's the "A-List human cameo" in the second live-action movie. If anyone deserves to cameo in a Sonic movie, it's the man who created Sonic himself
Hopefully Amy, Silver, Shadow, Vector, Rouge and Big will feature too.
Now they've initiated in the unsuspecting masses with the sensible original they should make the second a proper Sonic fest! (evil laugh) I demand Crush 40 and TJ Davis sing on the soundtrack too!
They had better be careful. Echidna have been one of the many causes for the brilliant Archie Sonic run to end (thanks for nothing Penders you jerk)!
Wow, I couldn't even get through the first one. Like all comics eventually, Jim Carrey's schtick has gotten old and it didn't age like fine wine.
YES! Knuckles is the best character out of all sonic games (1 to Adventure 2 & Mania - dont rate any others)
The film wasn't that bad, but Jim Carey was just playing an evil Ace Ventura
Oh man, if they really want to serve the fans they can have him get into a freak teleporter accident so there's 100 clones of him all in one room, all asking each other if they know the way out of there.
Do u know da wae?
No one seems concerned enough if he’ll have a treasure hunting hat
@Knuckles ah thanks for the correction. The connection is still there enough to make this rumor a reality though.
Welllllll thanks for the spoiler. I mean it was obvious they'd introduce him ahead of a 3rd movie to be honest.
Just get Tails right, will ya? REALLY getting tired of best boi being turned into a whiny-little-you-know-what in the games.
@TheLightSpirit Already an assist trophy lol
Will Knuckles have a Jamaican accent?
the guy who voices picolo cant remember the name...
@torne Oh yeah, totally. I kept on wondering if we would see some key features of Mushroom Hill Zone in the movie, other than the mushrooms. Similar to all of the love they poured into Green Hill Zone.
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