Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)
Kernel Score: 82% · 10,277 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: Action, Science Fiction, Comedy, Family
Released: 2020-02-12
Runtime: 99 minutes
Is Sonic the Hedgehog worth watching?
Worth watching. A cheerful, quick family adventure that gets by on Ben Schwartz's voice and Jim Carrey's villain. The story is predictable, but it is warm, short and easy to enjoy with kids.
Watch it if you
- are watching with children
- like games-based adventures and light humour
- enjoy Jim Carrey in full performance mode
Skip it if you
- want a clever or original story
- find kid-friendly comedy grating
Best for: Family movie night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Sonic the Hedgehog
- Stream: Paramount+, Philo
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Hoopla, YouTube Free
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, Fandango At Home
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Powered with incredible speed, Sonic The Hedgehog embraces his new home on Earth. That is, until Sonic sparks the attention of super-uncool evil genius Dr. Robotnik. Now it’s super-villain vs. super-sonic in an all-out race across the globe to stop Robotnik from using Sonic’s unique power for world domination.
Sonic the Hedgehog parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that Sonic the Hedgehog is a PG action-comedy with cartoonish sci-fi violence and a bar-fight scene.
- Violence & scariness: Some — Cartoonish action violence including robot battles and a bar fight, with no real injury shown.
- Language: A little — Minimal, mild language typical of a PG family film.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
Movies like Sonic the Hedgehog
If you liked Sonic the Hedgehog, these are the movies we'd watch next.
- Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (2022) — 84%: The direct sequel, with more speed and bigger set-pieces
- Sonic the Hedgehog 3 (2024) — 86%: The third film, which adds new characters and faster action
- Wreck-It Ralph (2012) — 82%: Games-world comedy with heart
- Transformers One (2024) — 88%: Fast animated adventure based on a toy franchise
- The Bad Guys 2 (2025) — 87%: Light, quick-witted animated comedy for the whole family
- Men in Black (1997) — 80%: Light sci-fi comedy with a cheerful odd-couple feel
Director
Jeff Fowler
Cast
- Ben Schwartz as Sonic (voice)
- James Marsden as Tom Wachowski
- Tika Sumpter as Maddie Wachowski
- Jim Carrey as Dr. Robotnik
- Natasha Rothwell as Rachel
- Adam Pally as Wade Whipple
- Neal McDonough as Major Bennington
- Lee Majdoub as Agent Stone
- Tom Butler as Vice Chairman Walters
- Frank C. Turner as Crazy Carl
Sonic the Hedgehog FAQ
Is Sonic the Hedgehog worth watching?
Worth watching. A cheerful, quick family adventure that gets by on Ben Schwartz's voice and Jim Carrey's villain. The story is predictable, but it is warm, short and easy to enjoy with kids.
Where can I watch Sonic the Hedgehog?
In the US you can stream Sonic the Hedgehog on Paramount+ and Philo, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Hoopla and YouTube Free and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and Fandango At Home.
Is Sonic the Hedgehog OK for kids?
Sonic the Hedgehog is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that Sonic the Hedgehog is a PG action-comedy with cartoonish sci-fi violence and a bar-fight scene.
What movies are like Sonic the Hedgehog?
If you liked Sonic the Hedgehog, try Sonic the Hedgehog 2, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Wreck-It Ralph and Transformers One.