This morning introduced us our first Sonic the Hedgehog 3 teaser trailer, and with it, indications that Jim Carrey will return because the nefarious Dr. Robotnik.

Paramount Photos dropped the twenty-second tease this morning which showcased the Sonic 3 brand alongside affirmation of the film’s December 2024 launch date. Within the background audio of the clip, you’ll be able to hear Jim Carrey’s distinct laughter as the long-lasting Sonic villain.

You don’t should merely go on Carrey’s Physician Eggman snigger as proof of his return. Selection additionally confirmed the information this morning.

Carrey, some of the prolific comedic actors of all time, revealed in 2022 that he can be retiring from performing. Talking to Entry Hollywood, Carrey said “I’m retiring. Yeah, in all probability. I’m being pretty severe.”

He went on to notice that he likes “my quiet life.” Carrey mentioned, “If the angels carry some form of script that’s written in gold ink that claims to me that it’s going to be actually necessary for individuals to see, I would proceed down the street, however I’m taking a break.”

Carrey’s quote got here out shortly earlier than Sonic the Hedgehog 2 went on to be wildly profitable on the field workplace. So whereas the Sonic the Hedgehog 3 script seemingly isn’t “written in gold ink,” Carrey’s paycheck to return as Dr. Robotnik simply could also be.

You gained’t have to attend till December to get your Sonic film universe repair, although. Knuckles, a six-episode live-action sequence is deliberate for early 2024 on Paramount Plus. The sequence will characteristic Idris Elba returning to voice the warrior Echidna. It’ll happen between the occasions of the Sonic 2 and Sonic 3 motion pictures.