Sonic the Hedgehog 3 continues its box office dominance, crossing the $450 million mark worldwide and surpassing John Wick 4 to become one of the top five highest-grossing films of Keanu Reeves’ career. The blockbuster is now projected to earn $520 million globally, putting it on track to overtake ‘The Matrix’ (1999).
Sonic 3’s Box Office Performance
The film, directed by Jeff Fowler, has been a massive hit both domestically and internationally. Over the weekend, it grossed:
• $7 million from international markets, bringing its overseas total to $232 million
• $3.25 million in the U.S., despite losing 432 theaters
• A total worldwide cume of $463.01 million
With these numbers, Sonic 3 has now surpassed ‘Detective Pikachu’ to become the second highest-grossing video game adaptation of all time.
Keanu Reeves’ Role as Shadow the Hedgehog
Keanu Reeves’ casting as Shadow the Hedgehog has been a major box office draw. His action-packed performances in the John Wick franchise made him the perfect choice for the role, which has helped fuel the film’s success.
Here’s how Sonic 3 now ranks among Keanu Reeves’ highest-grossing films:
1. Toy Story 4 (2019) – $1.07 billion
2. The Matrix Reloaded (2003) – $741.84 million
3. The Matrix (1999) – $467.84 million
4. Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024) – $463.01 million
5. John Wick: Chapter 4 (2023) – $440.18 million
With its current trajectory, Sonic 3 is expected to surpass ‘The Matrix’ soon, making it the third highest-grossing film of Reeves’ career.
Can ‘Sonic 3’ Maintain Its Momentum?
Despite its strong numbers, the film could face competition as ‘Captain America: Brave New World’hits theaters soon. However, with its digital release now available, ‘Sonic 3’ could continue to attract a strong audience online.
As it inches closer to $520 million globally, one thing is certain—Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is a certified blockbuster!
