Paramount Pictures has announced release dates for two upcoming films in its popular video game franchises. A new Sonic the Hedgehog spin-off is set for December 22, 2028, while a hybrid live-action Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles reboot will arrive on November 17, 2028. Both projects aim to expand these successful universes with fresh stories.
Announcement Details
Paramount Pictures revealed its plans for future releases, highlighting expansions in the Sonic the Hedgehog and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchises. The studio, which has seen massive success with these properties, is positioning them as key holiday and late-year tentpoles in 2028. The announcements come amid strong performance from prior entries, with the Sonic films collectively grossing over $1 billion worldwide.
Sonic the Hedgehog Spin-Off
Slated for December 22, 2028, the untitled Sonic project is described as a spin-off within the 'Sonic Universe,' distinct from the direct sequel Sonic the Hedgehog 4, expected in March 2027. Plot details remain under wraps, but speculation points to fan-favorite characters like Shadow the Hedgehog, voiced by Keanu Reeves in Sonic the Hedgehog 3. The franchise's recent films, including the 2024 release of Sonic the Hedgehog 3 starring Ben Schwartz and Jim Carrey, have received positive critical reception and driven merchandise sales. A Knuckles TV spin-off starring Idris Elba further demonstrates Paramount's commitment to building out this world.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Reboot
The TMNT film, a hybrid live-action production blending CGI and practical effects, is scheduled for November 17, 2028. Produced by Neal H. Moritz, known for his work on the Sonic series, this reboot targets a family audience and marks the turtles' return to live-action since the 2016 film Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out of the Shadows. The franchise remains lucrative, with recent animated entries like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem earning praise and generating $1 billion in retail sales in 2023 alone. An animated sequel is still planned for 2027.
These releases underscore Paramount's strategy to leverage enduring IP, following a pattern of successful video game adaptations. No directors or full casts have been confirmed yet.
