Sonic the Hedgehog's latest big-screen adventure continues to race past milestones at the global box office. In its seventh week of theatrical release, 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3' has sprinted past 'Detective Pikachu' to secure its position as the second highest-grossing video game movie adaptation of all time.
The blue blur's third cinematic outing has accumulated an impressive $462.5 million in worldwide ticket sales, edging out the previous runner-up 'Detective Pikachu,' which earned $450 million during its theatrical run.
This achievement adds another accolade to the growing success of the Sonic film franchise, which has consistently performed well with audiences since its debut. The latest installment's strong box office performance, even after nearly two months in theaters, demonstrates the enduring appeal of the beloved SEGA character and validates Hollywood's continued investment in video game adaptations.
The sustained success of 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3' at the box office suggests that audiences remain enthusiastic about seeing their favorite gaming characters brought to life on the big screen, particularly when delivered with the right mix of action, humor, and faithful adaptation of the source material.