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Jim Carrey returns to acting in 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3,' citing financial needs and the opportunity to play a genius as reasons for his comeback. Despite previously considering retirement, Carrey reprises his role as Dr. Robotnik, marking his continued involvement in the 'Sonic' franchise as his primary film work in the 2020s.
Jim Carrey returns as Dr. Robotnik in Sonic 3, humorously citing financial need as a reason for coming out of retirement. Despite previously stating he would only return for a 'gold script,' director Jeff Fowler jokingly fulfilled this by delivering a script printed with 24-carat ink. The film also features returning cast members and new addition Keanu Reeves as Shadow, with Sonic 3 set to release on December 24.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3 is projected to open with $55 million, surpassing the $50 million forecast for Disney's Mufasa: The Lion King during the pre-Christmas weekend. Despite the success of the 2019 Lion King remake, Mufasa faces stiff competition from Sonic 3, which has been a lucrative franchise for Paramount. Both films are expected to benefit from increased viewership during the holiday season, with Sonic 3 introducing Keanu Reeves as Shadow and Mufasa featuring a star-studded cast reprising their roles from the previous film.
This week's gaming and entertainment headlines include reports of Xbox considering bringing games to PS5, Disney's $1.5 billion stake in Epic Games for Fortnite, Elden Ring mobile F2P reportedly in development, Nintendo Switch sales reaching nearly 140 million, and the surprising casting news for Sonic The Hedgehog 3 movie.