Sonic the Hedgehog · March 11, 2027
What to Watch Before Sonic the Hedgehog 4
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 arrives on March 11, 2027, 155 days from now. You need 3 films from Sonic the Hedgehog first — 5.5 hours of viewing. Everything else in the franchise is optional.
Plan your catch-up
0 of 3 watchedYour pace
3films left
5h 32mof viewing
155days until release
At 2 a week you finish on October 18, 2026 — ahead of release.
- 1Sonic the Hedgehog202099m
- 2Sonic the Hedgehog 22022123m
- 3Sonic the Hedgehog 32024110m
Frequently asked questions
How many films do I need to watch before Sonic the Hedgehog 4?
3 films from Sonic the Hedgehog carry the story into Sonic the Hedgehog 4, about 5.5 hours of viewing.
When does Sonic the Hedgehog 4 come out?
Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is scheduled for March 11, 2027, 155 days from now.
Do I have to watch every Sonic the Hedgehog film first?
No. 3 are essential; the rest of the Sonic the Hedgehog films fill in background and can be skipped without losing the plot.
The full Sonic the Hedgehog watch order →