WARNING: This article contains SPOILERS for Sonic the Hedgehog 2.
In a recent interview, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 director Jeff Fowler teased the upcoming spin-off series on Paramount+ revolving around Knuckles the Echidna. Before he debuted in the new sequel film, his series was announced as part of Viacom's Investor Event, along with a third Sonic film. Voiced by English actor Idris Elba, Knuckles was considered a highlight of the second movie by many fans. Released this past weekend, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 was a huge success, breaking the record for best opening weekend for a movie based off of a video game.
Knuckles started off as an enemy of Sonic (Ben Schwartz) in the film, on the side of Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey). Sworn to protect the Master Emerald, he fought the titular hedgehog several times until Robotnik stole it for himself, becoming mad with power. Realizing his mistake, the echidna joined Sonic and his friend Tails (Colleen O'Shaughnessey) and defeated the evil scientist in an epic battle. The three heroes then made a vow to become the new guardians of the Emerald together.
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Now, the director of both of the Sonic films has given a little hint of what is to come for the red warrior. In an interview with DiscussingFilm, Fowler stated that his spin-off series is in its very early stages of development. He teased the many different story possibilities for the character and how exciting it could be for the fans. Read his full thoughts below:
«Oh, it’s very early with all of that [the Knuckles series]. One thing I knew after we finished the film, people are going to love this character. They’re going to love Idris playing this character and
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