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PG (SINGAPORE)
2020
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Sonic the Hedgehog
Positive Reviews
142
Negative reviews
68
Average Rating
2.9
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2.0
Carreys performance is Norma Desmond levels of hideous, only without Gloria Swansons self awareness that this is supposed to be embarrassing.
Den Of Geek
1.5
Alas, his shtick hasnt aged any more gracefully than 1994s Ace Ventura.
Den Of Geek
1.3
Its too inoffensive to be hated and too wretched to be enjoyable.
Rogerebert
4.0
Really, Sonic is like a little kid: He loves fart jokes, he cant keep quiet, hes (literally) bouncing off the walls, and he just wants a friend.
Common Sense Media
2.0
Sonic has zero laugh worthy lines, Carreys shtick is just starting to rev up when the story ends, and it isnt long before the (appealing enough) prosp ..
Indie Wire
1.5
This ability comes in handy, and entertainingly, when hes stuck in a redneck bar.)
Variety
3.5
Sonic the Hedgehog blazes by lesser video game adaptations that have thus defined the subgenres lackluster reputation by succeeding as both a sincere ..
We Got This Covered
4.5
It was definitely a little bit of like, Oh man, what happens if they dont like this He said.
We Got This Covered
1.5
So, if youre looking for the perfect Valentines date idea, look no further.
We Got This Covered
4.5
Fowlers even said that it isnt over yet, teasing that theres more to come.
We Got This Covered
4.5
Sonics homeworld of Mobius is certainly high on that list given how the original ended, but sadly, even the voice of Sonic himself isnt quite sure abo ..
We Got This Covered
2.0
Sadly for the movie, hes right: this Sonic is an inveterate babbler who gleans only intermittent laughs.
Time Out
2.0
He certainly isnt a hedgehog, or even a porcupine (although he has quills).
The Guardian
1.9
But translated into Romanian, it doesnt have the same power as La Gomera!
3.8
In the end, Sonic is quippy without being mean, and sweet without being sappy, making this a trip thats well worth taking.
1.5
The mildly entertaining Sonic The Hedgehog is, ironically, most weighed down by its speedy protagonist.
Screen Daily
4.5
This despite the fact that the story is quite predictable and doesnt offer much novelty.
ETimes (TOI)
3.0
The adaptation of the popular Sega videogame doesnt take any chances, but its fine fare for kids that wont make parents want to flee the theater.
Collider
4.5
Carrey is the films most prized weapon, letting us wallow in the ridiculousness of this whole enterprise without ever holding himself above it.
Vulture
4.5
The film has already tipped its hat to DCs Flash, so it clearly doesnt think its inventing anything here.)
The Hollywood Reporter
3.0
Sonic isnt being asked to save the world; Paramount isnt metering out character development as part of some seven film franchise push.
1.5
Sonic now resembles a cartoon hedgehog instead of a spray painted marmot. But if anything was done to de genericize the script, it hasnt helped.
The New York Times
2.8
Yet the movies real joy, if there is any, lies with Carrey fully embracing his 90s rubberface days.
Paste Magazine
1.5
Sonic pretends to be Toms best friend, even though Tom doesnt know he exists.
Paste Magazine
1.5
For starters, this is a painfully bland E.T.: The Extra Terrestrial clone.
Rogerebert
3.5
Sonics first foray into live action is a fast paced joyride thatll ring in entertainment for both fans and children.
IGN
0.5
99 minutes of ear splitting tedium that is terrible even by the less than impressive standards of most video games based on movies.
E Film Critic
2.0
Children encountering the faux ET format for the first time may enjoy it well enough, but signs of life, extra or otherwise, are low to nil.
Telegraph
3.0
For what its worth, the movie manages to hit emotional beats to characterize the blue blur to make him a little more likable than hes been in years, a ..
The Young Folks
2.0
An on form Jim Carrey cant stop Sonics live action debut from feeling like a missed opportunity. If the teased sequels do materialise, heres hoping th ..
3.5
retty much any time Carreys on screen he inspires huge bouts of laughter with his trademark brand of schtick and shenanigans.
Cinema Blend
4.5
Enjoyable and well cast, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG may prove to be the start of a very profitable new franchise for Paramount, although hopefully future sequ ..
JoBlo
3.0
Sonic the Hedgehog offers a kid friendly adventure movie based on the classic Sega property that tells a solidly enjoyable, if uninventive story.
Screen Rant
3.1
The simple storyline finds a way to adapt the games characters and themes, by adding universal concepts such as friendship to the original games tensi ..
The Globe And Mail
3.5
Voiced to perfection by Ben Schwartz, Sonic is an endearing and lively character.
3.0
Except for Carreys nutty exuberance, Sonic offers little even the smallest kids wont have seen before, and certainly nothing their parents will find p ..
One Guys Opinion
1.9
This isnt the best film to make ones feature directing debut with.
Rogers Movie Nation
2.5
Whatever else it may achieve, Sonic the Hedgehog is unlikely to elevate the based on a videogame category above the dismal level where it has wallowed ..
ReelViews
3.0
A fast paced adventure, while dips into comedy and action manage to satisfy, giving Sonic the cinematic introduction he deserves.
Blu Ray
2.5
Sonic the Hedgehog doesnt need to make a star out of its eponymous figure, because he already is. The movie just forgets to make him an actual charact ..
Mark Reviews Movies
2.5
The movie gives Carrey a chance to do something fresh and exciting with Robotnik, and hes fun to a degree dudes still got some dance moves yet so much ..
Usa Today
2.5
Sonic the Hedgehog, perhaps inevitably, segues into a hit and miss midsection thats increasingly more miss than hit...
Reel Film Reviews
1.0
Unless you are under the age of five years old, you have no reason to see this movie at all...
You Tube
3.0
Theres not a ton of character development or a ton of depth to the characters aside from Sonic, who is weirdly relatable, but its also about as deep a ..
You Tube
4.5
A genuine crowd pleaser! Jim Carrey & James Marsden are great, but the real star is Sonic voiced wonderfully by Ben Schwartz. Lots of laughs, lots of ..
You Tube
4.5
A fun, charming and dynamic adventure that sparks laughter and joy. The actors are having a blast, and so do we.
You Tube
3.0
A solid family movie that kids will love. For adults there is the wild and crazy Jim Carrey.
You Tube
1.5
Its not terrible. Its bearable. I had gone in thinking it would be terrible, yet I was not totally bothered by the design...
You Tube
3.0
While it does trade in the video game franchises lively environments for road trip cliches, Sonic and Jim Carrey provide plenty of fun for the whole f ..
You Tube
4.5
As someone with no nostalgia for Sonic its just fine. It only insulted my intelligence a handful of times at the end of the day.
You Tube
2.0
Sure, theres enough here to divert small people for a while, but their parents would do well to bring a blindfold and ear plugs.
The Times
2.0
This live action film has a chance of keeping children briefly entertained with its skilfully engineered set pieces, but its trite and sugary, and Jim ..
The Times
4.5
Charming and enjoyable enough to entertain kids and most adults alike. Thats particularly true if you miss the early years of Carreys stardom and his ..
Screen It
2.0
File this one away next to the live action Alvin and the Chipmunks, the live action Yogi Bear, and the live action Rocky and Bullwinkle. Its nothing w ..
Independent
2.0
The lack of classic Mortal Kombat violence wasnt the only problem, however, as passable martial arts choreography failed to make up for the movies vap ..
Independent
3.0
That might be insufferable if it werent for the always watchable Marsden.
Shadows On The Wall
4.5
And so Carrey is given a longish leash while Marsden and the Sonic character provide amiable blandness in the service of medium exciting action sequen ..
Decider
4.5
Might not become a kid movie classic, but it makes for a great little getaway to enjoy with the whole family. That, in itself, earns a golden ring.
The Wrap
3.8
If the title makes you wince, know the movie is a lot better than it deserves to be. Youll actually care about what happens to the prickly blue dude, ..
New York Post
2.0
He certainly isnt a hedgehog, or even a porcupine (although he has quills).
The Guardian
4.5
An exciting fantasy movie that pays big respect and adoration toward the iconic video game series.
Cinema Crazed
3.0
The fast paced furball generates enough goodwill to stay ahead of expectations, outstripping various underachieving video game movie competitors on hi ..
Flim List
4.5
An All Too Familiar Journey Now of course, this film isnt without its faults.
Film Inquiry
3.0
This blue box office blur a CG/live action video game movie marks the 60th anniversary of Sega.
Susang Ranger
3.8
Its joyfulness and lighthearted sense of fun go a long way towards counterbalancing the cynicism and slick hucksterism baked into this sort of endeavo ..
Observer
2.0
Sonic the Hedgehog will encourage one to turn on one of the games and repeatedly make him jump onto spikes to his death as revenge
Flickering Myth
3.0
The first great video game movie may still elude audiences, but Sonic the Hedgehog is nevertheless an encouraging sprint in the right direction.
Flickering Myth
3.0
With a facelift applied to his CGI visage after a disastrously received trailer, Sonic has arrived in a refreshing burst of kinetic energy and charm.
Flickering Myth
3.5
Just a little more effort in its overall story can propel these franchises to Disney levels. Slowdown and work over the script a few more times, you m ..
Flim Threet
4.5
A postmodern mash up of genres and aesthetic styles, Vivarium is a suburban horror story ideal for our capitalist and pandemic age.
Bbc
3.0
If the plot is familiar meaning formulaic this Sonic has enough verve, humor, action and just the right tone to present an alien we soon realize is ju ..
Boston Herald
2.0
Much like its redesigned, back to the cartoon look, Sonic never really tries to be its own thing.
The Film Stage
0.5
Its not the cavalcade of horror promised by that first trailer, but rather the kind of bad movie one forgets instantly upon leaving the theater.
The Atlantic
1.5
If youre nostalgic for the height of Sonics pop cultural relevance, youre likely the exact age demographic that will revel in the return of this kind ..
Birth Movies Death
3.0
The world contains many terrible video game movies. This isnt one of them.
Standard
1.5
For what it is, which is a big budget family movie designed to be a reasonable enough distraction and nothing more, theres little to whine about with ..
Pajiba
3.1
While Patrick Casey and Josh Millers screenplay isnt devoid of ingenuity, there honestly wasnt enough of it to keep me engaged.
Movie Freak
2.0
Sonic isnt transcendent family entertainment but it gets the job done, and Carreys manic shtick elevates the proceedings.
Detroit News
1.5
Sonic the Hedgehog might move like a bolt of lightning once his feet start flying, but even with the orthodontia done to correct his chompers, the mov ..
Cnn
3.8
Its a low bar to clear, but this is easily one of the best video game movies ever made.
Aisle Seat
3.0
Sonic the Hedgehog is more concerned with being a good kid flick that parents will enjoy than it is with being an epic, a blockbuster or a painfully f ..
Forbes
3.0
A secondary plotline about a kindly local policeman and some imaginative additions to the tearaway title characters (admittedly sketchy) back story ke ..
Herald Sun
2.0
Sonic The Hedgehog can pretend its in good fun to run amok with branded content, but it isnt fooling anyone. This wasnt a movie, it was a boardroom me ..
Consequence Of Sound
4.0
Entertaining and action packed, anyone in need of some very silly reasons to smile should speed to cinemas this half term.
Hey U Guys
1.3
Hes always too good for these roles, isnt he Man, hes doing the work.
Film Freak Central
3.0
As much as casting Carrey in a cartoonish villain role feels like a too easy, nearly groan worthy choice, the comic is great, relying not only on his ..
Now Toronto
2.5
Kids might enjoy this, and theyre the target audience, but parents are going to have to go to their own mental Mushroom Zone to not lose their minds.
Ner Dist
3.0
A relic of the 90s in more ways than one, Sonic offers frenetic fun for younger viewers, and in Jim Carreys preposterous Robotnik an enjoyable shot of ..
Games Radar
4.0
The filmmakers have done a good job of making newcomers to the franchise enjoy Sonic the Hedgehog while also having something to cater to the fans.
You Tube
4.5
Sonic delivers on the family fun and adventure but it is Jim Carreys 90s filled performance that truly carries the film.
You Tube
4.0
After a rocky production initially, the team behind the big screen debut Sonic the Hedgehog have crafted a wonderful smile inducing 90 minute nostalgi ..
Star Burst Magazine
3.0
But viewers may well be left wondering if theyve really gotta catch em all.
Lw Lies
3.0
Paramount Like Detective Pikachu last year, Sonic the Hedgehog isnt perfect, but its another good movie adaptation of a video game thats a lot better ..
Digital Spy
2.0
Sonic the Hedgehogs absolute refusal to lean into its own weirdness has resulted in a predictably wholesome, blindingly forgettable experience.
Flicks
3.0
Its got quite a bit of the pizzazz that made the video game... such a global smash. But its the innocence and personality that actor Ben Schwartz is a ..
Cleve Land
2.5
Given where this movie started, its kind a miracle its as watchable as it is.
Screen Crush
2.0
Director Jeff Fowler gives the kids Spielberg isms and scatology. Their parents get gags about out of town weddings. Thank heavens for Carrey.
Ft
3.5
It makes me happy enough to come back with the news... that Sonic the Hedgehog is a far better than average thrash at the genre.
Stuff
2.0
As far as the ignominious history of video game adaptations goes, Sonic is far from the worst, but it never does anything to justify its existence as ..
Film Racket
3.0
Works like Sonic the Hedgehog represent great advances in a cause that already seemed to be lost.
1.5
Now come the demeritsstarting with an unfortunate nod toward contemporary trends, that tedious gloss of 21st century ironic humor that isnt really fun ..
Vanity Fair
2.0
Its a Sega game trapped in an old Disney live action flick, pleasantly modest but fossilised.
The Arts Desk
2.0
There are definitely fun elements to this buddy comedy/sci fi/road trip movie that kids will enjoy.
The Sun
3.8
Sweet and good natured, Sonic the Hedgehog doesnt revitalize the video game genre but provides enough entertainment for a family trip to the movies.
Big Picture Big Sound
1.5
Sonic the Hedgehog references Olive Garden twice, and does so with nary a wink at the camera. I could start and end the review with that sentence. Wha ..
Film
3.0
This is the one kids film where obligatory chase sequences should actually be encouraged. It also benefits hugely from the presence of Jim Carrey, as ..
Scmp
3.1
Theres no denying that Sonic the Hedgehog occasionally hits too familiar notes and goes paint by numbers way too often, but theres a genuine affection ..
3.1
A mildly entertaining diversion that will engage kids without boring adults. Compared to the painfully anemic Dolittle and the cringe inducing Mac and ..
Nyc Movie Guru
3.0
Unnecessary voiceover tells us that, aw shucks, Sonic isnt just super fast, hes also super lonely.
Punch Drunk Critics
5.0
With Schwartzs pitch perfect vocals coupled with Carreys familiar but wallowing in evil antics... a tight script and attention to detail... yields a p ..
Movie Crypt
3.5
Sonic the Hedgehog triumphantly defies the onslaught of early social media criticism. Everyone who harped at the look of the character will be eating ..
Movie Web
0.5
But with such a mediocre, unmemorable final product, it wont be long before Sonic and its big screen hedgehog fade into obscurity.
The Ringer
2.0
Nostalgia for a 90s video game icon plus a vintage Jim Carrey performance just isnt enough.
Dead Line
3.0
Sonic The Hedgehog doesnt set out to rewrite the rules of the kids movies, and given its inauspicious start, you could call the end result a win.
Bitly
4.5
Its not for longtime Sonic fans, but its guaranteed to be someones nostalgic favorite in the year 2038.
Polygon
3.0
But no, Sonic loves Green Hills so much that hes basically a one man (one hog) tourism board.
Film Avclub
4.5
The movie shines when it remembers its based on a video game, and theres some genuinely fun stuff like when Sonic uses his time stopping powers or Rob ..
The Verge
1.5
The movies inability to maintain a consistent tone trips up what could have been a fun experience, blunting the elements that actually work.
Cbr
3.0
While Sonic has some mildly amusing moments and a nice supporting showcase for Jim Carrey its ultimately a forgettable excursion. Yes, it knows its ta ..
Bowling Green Daily News
2.5
Its not even as cute and fuzzy as the last video game adaptation with a CGI co star, 2019s Pokmon Detective Pikachu , a film thats sickly sweet where ..
Alternate Ending
3.0
Ben Schwartz infuses Sonic with excitable energy, showcasing how annoying hed be for folks around him without taking it too far and bugging the audien ..
Scifi Now
1.5
Sonic is not the worst movie Ive ever seen, its just that it sucks if youre an adultparents, youre in for a bad time.
Lainey Gossip
3.1
Sonic the Hedgehog is bright. Its cheery. Its here and then its gone in a relatively compact 100 minutes, leaving little beyond a slightly sweet after ..
Seattle Times
2.5
Unlike the kids movies from Pixar and Disney, this ones ONLY going to appeal to under 10s (but itll suit them just fine).
Concrete Play Ground
2.5
Sonic is voiced by Ben Schwartz...hes as likeable as his newly overhauled physique, though that isnt enough to fully recommend the results. Still, if ..
National Post
4.5
While it doesnt go as far as it should, it still shows respect to the longtime fans without alienating those who arent.
Blacknerd Problems
4.0
Sonic the Hedgehog is a genuinely delightful and fun adventure for all ages
Cultured Vultures
3.8
But this low key video game movie is built on a foundation of solid writing and likable characters, and a mellow escapist vibe that doesnt get lost in ..
Datebook Sfchronicle
4.4
Nailed it! screams Sonic at one point and that might be a fitting summary for the film.
Ap News
2.5
Seeing Jim Carrey back in action made me realize that I didnt really miss him.
Film Frenzy
1.5
And if youre looking for a fun movie full of heart and great characters, youll probably walk away disappointed too, because this movie feels empty, ev ..
Mash Able
0.5
Another shambling 1990s I.P. gets its shot at relevance, but this unfunny and ultimately dull attempt makes you wonder how so many talented artists ma ..
Mid West Film Journal
3.0
For a movie that threatened to be an unhealthy dose of nightmare fuel, thats a win.
1.5
The third act of Sonic is so standard that theres no such thing as spoiling it.
Entertainment Voice
2.0
Sonic The Hedgehog had everything going against it, and despite the odds, delivers on its potential and sprints to the finish line with all the charm ..
The Only Critic
2.5
It does not really explore timeless themes and universal ideas but simply stuffs it with the more flashy and overworked animated movie ingredients.
Firstpost
2.5
Sonic the Hedgehog is the epitome of soulless studio product, a paint by numbers action comedy that feels like the reheated leftovers of an early 2000 ..
The Dispatch (Lexington, N ..
3.0
The film had such little effect on me that the biggest response I can muster is to shrug my shoulders and say meh, it was ok.
Mac Guff
4.5
Sonic the Hedgehog manages to delightfully impress with some truly entertaining action sequences, and contains yet another wildly fun Jim Carrey perfo ..
Battle Royale With Cheese
4.5
Sonic the Hedgehog is a fantastic film and deserves all the praise its getting. Its charming, funny and enjoyable. However, it also serves as a lesson ..
Battle Royale With Cheese
1.5
This brightly colored, sunlit journey, which imposes on the films middle section a familiar, if nonsensical, frame (why doesnt Sonic just run there), ..
Metro Times
4.5
The story is simple and effective with this strange and sweet being.
2.5
In what could only be a dead of winter miracle in the Upside Down, I just saw an inspired by a video game movie that wasnt absolutely terrible.
Screen Zealots
1.5
he kind of empty calories that fattens up the audience before leading them to the slaughter.
The Spool
0.5
Despite, the potential of being a wacky and insane adventure story about a humanoid blue hedgehog who loves chilli dogs, the film is sweet and fun.
Geeks Of Color
3.5
This is truly a fun ride and dare I say it the best video game movie that been made.
Iol Co Za
4.5
Why do people call Sonic a Hedgehog If hes an alien, shouldnt he have an alien name that doesnt have its roots in Earth dwelling species Paramount 5.
Esquire
1.5
It is nonsense that bores me for an hour and a half without any intention of abandoning the showy effectism and the routine plot full of clichs of all ..
2.5
A rolling good time at the movies. Jim Carrey is a hoot & a scene stealer. As a fan of the original 1991 video game, color me pleasantly satisfied.
4.0
The movie pays homage to the game that will have fans reminiscing about their childhoods while offers enough pop culture and modern technological touc ..
FlickDirect
3.0
Thus if youre going to Sonic for a bit of Jim Carrey nostalgia, Im happy to say, you wont be disappointed.
Entertainment Ie
3.1
The bad news is that three months added work may have improved the animation, but the filmmakers couldnt use that time to make the cliche riddled scri ..
Movie Cricket
2.5
Its a sad situation all around, because now that the film has been released, its clear that the revamp just wasnt worth it.is the epitome of soulless ..
From the Front Row
3.5
A funny, fizzing family film. Jim Carreys evil genius Dr Robotnik is a splendidly wild eyed villain; Natasha Rothwell, as Tom the sheriffs disapprovin ..
Caution Spoilers
3.0
Its a flawed but endearing film with a nave energy and wry self awareness, occasionally hitting sparks of genius in the midst of its humdrum narrative ..
Alternative Lens
3.0
The key to Sonic the Hedgehog is Jim Carrey, with ridiculously tiny glasses and an aggressive mustache, plus a crazed glare and omnipresent smirk.
Chesapeake Family
2.0
Basically, Sonic the Hedgehog is a distilled encapsulation of all the useless, banal grotesqueries inherent to our collective capitalist nightmare in ..
The Reader (Omaha, NE)
3.0
Given this calamitous backstory, its a miracle the final product isnt quite the disaster you may be expecting.
The Jam Report
4.5
The basic family plot sustained above all by physical humor and a Looney Tunes esthetic and dizziness makes this a worthy entertainment.
La Nación (Argentina)
3.5
A movie like this doesnt reinvent the wheel but it executes a familiar concept well.
rachelsreviews.net
3.5
On its own, Sonic is surprisingly entertaining and endearing, still not excellent by any means, but an enjoyable flick nonetheless.
What I Watched Tonight
0.5
Sonic the Hedgehog is a failure of the imagination so catastrophic, so unfathomably antipathetic to the very idea of itself, that sitting down to writ ..
The Muse Jezebel
4.5
Sonic exceeded all of my expectations. Mindblowingly good! Great to see Jim Carrey doing what he does best. Hilarious and heartwarming get ready to fa ..
Mama's Geeky
3.0
It is what it is: a simple plot to teach kids about friendship, empathy, and responsibility while having fun with over the top characters and cartooni ..
Jaredmobarak
2.5
Sonic will be short lived in the memory banks of many, yet there is enough comedy, CGI razzle dazzle, and heart to recommend for a family in need of a ..
The Hollywood Outsider
3.0
Sonic the Hedgehog succeeds where so many other video game adaptations fail because it captures the spirit of the games and the character. It doesnt m ..
ComicBook.com
3.5
Sonic the Hedgehog hits the ground running in Paramounts crowdpleasing, funny, spirited comedy/adventure romp.
Screen Space(Squarespace)
3.1
That it even approaches watchability is nothing short of a cinematic miracle.
K Gun 9
0.5
The films humor is a blend of garbage slapstick and even worse product placement one liners.
Vanyaland
4.5
Its a shame Sonic the Hedgehogs forgettable jokes dont live up to its visuals, but its a decent cinematic start for the blue blur and leaves me with t ..
CNET
4.5
Channelling the brand of physical humour that catapulted his career to stardom in the 90s, Carrey devours every scene he is in.
That Shelf
3.0
The results, if not entirely original, are exciting and hilarious. Jim Carrey is a hoot!
Denton Record-Chronicle
3.5
Those expecting a train wreck on the level of Cats will walk away disappointed its a frequently fun family film that will leave younger audiences deli ..
The Digital Fix
3.8
Sonic The Hedgehog is an incredibly charming slice of nostalgia that will entertain the entire family.
Awards Watch
4.0
Is it possible that Sonic the Hedgehog is the first thoroughly entertaining movie of the year Yes, indeedy.
Weekend Warrior Blog Tumbl ..
3.0
It might sound surprising to say it, but Sonic the Hedgehog is actually a good time bordering on exciting. You know what Im not mad at it.
Fanboys of the Universe
4.5
The scenes in which Sonic and his skills are the center of attention are mostly great.
Cocalecas
3.0
With light and airy themes of friendship, the need to follow ones dreams, and the importance of home, Sonic the Hedgehog deserves another run.
Reel Reviews
1.5
Sonic the Hedgehog is a film that works best without the Sonic character, which is to say it doesnt work very well at all.
NBC News THINK
3.0
As family entertainment, there hasnt been a better film yet in 2020...Sonic the Hedgehog will stand on its own as one of the most pleasant surprises o ..
Movie Show Plus
3.1
Surely, Sonic is tailor made for such a gimmick, but it doesnt feel as fresh as when we saw it in X Men.
Wtop
3.5
Sonic the Hedgehog not only exceeded my expectations but I found the entire film to be an action filled, hilarious, and heartwarming flick.
3.5
Sonics fan will broadly approve. Family audiences will enjoy it and forget it. Anyone with a specific interest in cinema already know what they are li ..
1.5
Sonics new design is all good, but thats only good enough to sell toys.
Gadgets360
3.0
Given its nightmarish production, its somewhat miraculous that Sonic is as fun and lively as it is, if only moderately so on both fronts.
Mad About Movies Podcast
3.0
Much to my surprise, the live action Sonic has enough fun for kids and enough 90s nostalgia to make the parents remember a simpler time when Jim Carre ..
Mad About Movies Podcast
3.5
You could tell where they spent the money, and where they did NOT spend the money, trimming around the edges...the effects were overall very good in m ..
Double Toasted
3.1
Despite its predictable storyline, Sonic the Hedgehog is a fun and family friendly adventure with a wacky and hilarious performance by Jim Carrey.
4.5
Its just a shame such a landmark video game couldnt inspire more than the Studio Family Film #4 template. It is better than the Super Mario Bros. movi ..
Showbiz Cheat Sheet
3.0
Hes never worse than okay, but often doesnt come off as better either.
KSDK
1.0
The thought of spending more time with Sonic or his arch nemesis makes me want to roll into a ball and fly off a cliff at several hundred miles per ho ..
The Lamplight Review
1.5
The plot is pretty silly standard fare for a childrens movie based on a video game.
Ian Thomas Malone
4.5
Sonic the Hedgehog is a much better movie than expected, and if they deliver anything near this level the next time around, moviegoers will have much ..
CultureMap
1.5
The film itself isnt as weird, in fact the film is aggressively familiar.
Stabroek News
1.5
Children younger than the age of 10 will probably enjoy Sonic the Hedgehog the most, but everyone else will have to sit through the same recycled trop ..
4.0
Sonic the Hedgehog is an awesome adventure perfect for fans of all ages, and this definitely isnt a franchise we want it to be Game Over for, for a ve ..
ComicBookMovie.com
4.5
The Hollywood Reporter The New York Times Variety GameSpot 8/10 While Fowler keeps the story moving efficiently, Marsdens easy geniality prevents the ..
Ign
2.0
Written by Patrick Casey and Josh Miller apparently when they were in 6th grade the story is basic and the jokes are corny as hell.
Asheville Movies
4.0
Overall its not a family film that will wow you with originality, but it is one that will entertain all audiences watching, including fans of the orig ..
hoganreviews.co.uk
4.5
His jokes dont land nearly as well this time around, but if theres anyone who can sell chasing a bipedal hedgehog for revengeand in one outlandish con ..
Awfj
0.5
The property is better off as a videogame where if the character gets too bothersome with its antics, one can simply put a stop with the push of a but ..
3.0
Kids and younger viewers are going to have a ball...with the vivid colors, action sequences, and silly humor.
Should I See It
3.0
Then, theres the long missed Jim Carrey who finally made a major big screen comeback since 2014s Dumb and Dumber To.
Casey's Movie Mania
3.0
The Sega mascot doesnt break barriers, but it avoids embarassment.
4.0
Sonic the Hedgehog is a fun and entertaining ride for all to enjoy. It found a way to make itself open to both lovers of the video game franchise and ..
The Movie Blog
3.4
Sonic is a blast to the nineties and I am head over heels for it!
MovieJawn
3.0
As bumpy as the road has been, Sonic the Hedgehog crosses the finish line with grace, delivering a fun and humor filled film that is enjoyable for the ..
Shake Fire
2.5
Its not like Sonic is now a masterpiece. But as mid budget, video game inspired kids movies go, its amusing, at times very funny, certainly less full ..
Planet S Magazine
1.0
Bland, flat, basic off the shelf pablum meeting the minimum requirements of being technically a movie because someone paid for the rights to Sonic The ..
3.8
Director Jeff Fowler has put together a highly entertaining movie.
Colbybryant.com
4.0
Language There were a couple uses of hell and one son of a bitthat doesnt quite get finished.
Lola Lambchops
3.0
A fun but formulaic outing that kids will undoubtedly love, but the video game adaptation doesnt quite reach the fuzzy heights of Pokmon Detective Pik ..
We Have a Hulk
3.1
Sonic the Hedgehog is just good enough where we wouldnt mind a second dashing adventure in the not to distant future.
The News-Herald (Willoughb ..
1.5
Its as assured a piece of filmmaking as youre likely to see, and an unsentimental, effective tacit reproach to the difficulty of accessing this proced ..
Phoenix Magazine
3.5
Im a 100% sure this is the best you can get out of a Sonic the Hedgehog movie. Hilarious.
Seventh Art Studio
3.5
Sonic the Hedgehog movie is the visual reminder that every underdog (under hedgehog) can have his day & rise up from heels of failure. One questionabl ..
4.0
Successfully meshing big budget Hollywood storytelling with Sonics playful spirit and core concept
The Sunday People
3.5
Jim Carrey cosplaying Dr. Robotnik on Keto isnt compelling character development.
MovieReelist.com
4.0
And thank goodness for Jim Carrey, whose portrayal of Dr. Ivo Robotnik was worth its weight in gold rings.
Indian Country Today
3.0
Sonic the Hedgehogs second adventure is engaging even if it doesnt explore inventive terrain.
The News International (Pa ..
3.0
Despite a predictable plot and an annoying antagonist, Sonics loneliness allow him to be charmingly relatable and the zany plot will entertain kids, w ..
EskimoTV
0.5
Sonic the Hedgehog isnt a movie, its a ninety nine minute monstrosity made by corporations for other corporations.
Nate Hood Reviews
1.5
Jim Carrey is on 90s/00s autopilot and his old schtick feels tired.
Edge Media Network
2.5
Sonic having human teeth and white hands were the least of these films problems.
Hazel & Katniss & Harry & ..
2.5
Sonic the Hedgehog approaches a popular franchise from an unsophisticated, fun loving and childish angle that sets the Sega Cinematic Universe off on ..
Glue Magazine
3.0
A film made with care, full of colourful action, funny gags, and an unleashed Jim Carrey that reminded me of his best work during the 90s.
Más Gamers
4.5
Sonic is a surprisingly fully realized character trapped in a two dimensional film.
KOMO News (Seattle)
1.5
The dialogue is moderately amusing... I found it reasonably entertaining.
FilmWeek (KPCC - NPR Los A ..
3.8
Its playful, its fun, and it feels like what a Sonic the Hedgehog movie should be.
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