How to Watch Sonic the Hedgehog in Order
To watch Sonic the Hedgehog 3, start with Sonic the Hedgehog.
Watch Sonic the Hedgehog in release order for a first viewing — start with Sonic the Hedgehog (2020). There are 4 films, released between 2020–2024. That is 5.5 hours across the 3 released films. Only 3 are essential to follow the story — 5.5 hours. Sonic the Hedgehog 4 has not been released yet.
The full checklist
0 of 4 watched- 1Sonic the Hedgehog2020Essential99m
- 2Sonic the Hedgehog 22022Essential123m
- 3Sonic the Hedgehog 32024Essential110m
- 4Sonic the Hedgehog 42027Not out yet
Ranked by rating
TMDB user score- 1Sonic the Hedgehog 320247.6
- 2Sonic the Hedgehog 220227.4
- 3Sonic the Hedgehog20207.3
Frequently asked questions
What is the correct order to watch Sonic the Hedgehog?
For a first viewing, watch Sonic the Hedgehog in release order, starting with Sonic the Hedgehog (2020) and ending with Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024). That is the order the story was written to be discovered in.
How many Sonic the Hedgehog films are there?
There are 4 Sonic the Hedgehog films, 3 of which have been released.
Can I skip any Sonic the Hedgehog films?
3 of the 4 films carry the main story: Sonic the Hedgehog, Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Sonic the Hedgehog 3. The other 1 can be skipped on a first watch without losing the plot.
Where should a first-time viewer start with Sonic the Hedgehog?
Start with Sonic the Hedgehog, released in 2020. It introduces the characters and setting the later films build on.
How long does it take to watch all of Sonic the Hedgehog?
Watching every Sonic the Hedgehog film takes 5.5 hours across the 3 released films. Sticking to the 3 essential films takes 5.5 hours.
Is there a new Sonic the Hedgehog film coming?
Yes — Sonic the Hedgehog 4 is announced and not yet released. Everything before it is listed above in order.
Last updated September 13, 2026