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The fourth installment in the live-action "Sonic the Hedgehog" film series has officially unveiled its full main cast list today, following earlier announcements. Kristen Bell was previously confirmed to voice Amy Rose , and Academy Award winner Ben Kingsley, known for his role as the "fake Mandarin" in Marvel films, was reported by media outlets earlier this month to be joining the cast .
New additions to the ensemble include Matt Berry, Nick Offerman, and Richard Ayoade. Their specific roles, however, have not yet been disclosed.
Confirmed returning cast members from the first three films include Jim Carrey as Dr. Robotnik, Keanu Reeves as Shadow, Idris Elba as Knuckles, Lee Majdoub as Agent Stone, Ben Schwartz as Sonic, James Marsden as Tom Wachowski, and Colleen O’Shaughnessey as Tails.
The fourth film is once again directed by Jeff Fowler, who helmed the previous three installments. Production has officially begun, with a North American release slated for March 19 next year.