Jim Carrey has a hilarious reason for why he returned to the role of Dr. Ivo “Eggman” Robotnik for Paramount’sSonic the Hedgehog 3. Following the events ofSonic the Hedgehog 2(2022), in which Robotnick fails to enact revenge against Sonic and friends, the crazed scientist returns alongside Sonic’s red-striped and black rival, Shadow the Hedgehog. Ben Schwartz, Idris Elba, and James Marsden return alongside Carrey and Keanu Reeves joins as the vengeful Shadow in an action-packed continuation of director Jeff Fowler’s spirited world.Sonic the Hedgehog 3is scheduled for releaseonDecember 20, 2024.
Speaking withAP Entertainment,Carrey revealed his reason for stepping back into the role of Dr. Robotnik: cold, hard cash. The award-winning comedy actor’s return to theSonicuniverse comes as a bit of a welcome surprise after announcing his retirement from the industry in 2022, following the release ofSonic 2.Nonetheless, Carrey expressed excitement about revisiting the eccentric and mustachioed villain, a role he embraced with his signature over-the-top flair. Here’s what the actor had to say:
AP: You said in past interviews that you would come back if you get a script written in gold ink by angels. Is this the script?
Jim Carrey: “Yeah. That might have been hyperbole, but, yeah. You know, I came back to this universe because, first of all, I get to play a genius. Which is a bit of a stretch. And, you know, it’s just…I bought a lot of stuff, and I need the money, frankly.”
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Carrey addressed his reappearance inSonic The Hedgehog 3with the actor’s signature comedic trickery.He announced his retirement in April 2022, saying,“I have enough. I’ve done enough. I am enough.”While this may be true considering the financial and critical success ofmany of Carrey’s moviesacross genres, such asAce Ventura: Pet Detective(1994) andEternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind(2004),Carrey’s return toSonicsurely has more to do with his passion for the character than the money.
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Carrey’s portrayal of Dr. Robotnikhas been a standout in theSonicfranchise. The renowned actor continues to bring his trademark humor to Robotnik’s eccentric villainy inSonic The Hedgehog 3,a performance now twofold as he also plays Eggman’s grandfather, Dr. Gerlad Robotnik, the man behind thecreation of Shadow the Hedgehog. Regardless of the Paramount-signed paycheck, Carrey is more than happy to play the “genius” responsible for some of theSonicuniverse’s most groundbreaking scientific marvels.
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The Actor’s Highly Anticipated Return Is Perfectly On-Brand
Jim Carrey’s tongue-in-cheek explanation about needing money perfectly encapsulates the charm he brings to every role, no matter the scale or genre. While his semi-retirement raised questions about whetherSonic 2would be his swan song,Carrey’s decision to reprise Dr. Robotnik ensures that the lovable antihero will remain a cornerstone of the franchise. With him back in the mix,Sonic the Hedgehog 3is doubly set to deliver the humor and heart fans have come to expect.
Sonic the Hedgehog 3
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Sonic the Hedgehog 3 reunites Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails as they face a formidable new adversary, Shadow. With Shadow’s unprecedented powers posing a significant threat, Team Sonic seeks an unexpected alliance to thwart his plans and safeguard the planet.
