Paramount Pictures has started production on Sonic the Hedgehog 4, with director Jeff Fowler sharing a behind-the-scenes tease of Amy Rose wielding her iconic Piko Piko hammer. The film, building on earlier plot rumors involving the character, is slated for release on March 19, 2027.
On March 2, 2026, Paramount announced the start of production for Sonic the Hedgehog 4, the next live-action installment in the hit video game franchise. Director Jeff Fowler marked the occasion with a social media post featuring Amy Rose's signature Piko Piko hammer, emphasizing the character's key role and staying true to the game's lore.
This update follows January rumors suggesting a storyline where Amy hails from a dystopian future ruled by Dr. Robotnik and Metal Sonic, tying into the post-credits tease from Sonic the Hedgehog 3. While plot details remain unconfirmed, the hammer reveal heightens anticipation.
The film continues the series' success, following Sonic the Hedgehog 3's $492 million box office. It is set for theaters on March 19, 2027, with no new casting announcements yet.
