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‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ Dodged Every Curveball Thrown at Hollywood to Become a Hit Franchise

The Wrap
Story by Jeremy FusterDecember 20, 2024 • 5:15 PM
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Against all odds, the 'Sonic the Hedgehog' movie franchise sprinted past expectations and became a global hit, defying Hollywood doubters at every turn.
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  • The film's director, Jeff Fowler, overcame a controversial first trailer backlash to deliver a movie that grossed over $300 million worldwide, proving the blue blur's mass appeal.
  • Producer Neal Moritz and writer Toby Ascher navigated a tricky path, securing the rights from Sega and securing a release date that outran the competition, making 'Sonic' a rare video game movie success.
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