'Perfect casting': Internet can't keep calm as Keanu Reeves is set to voice Shadow the Hedgehog in 'Sonic 3'

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Keanu Reeves, known for his roles in the 'John Wick' and 'The Matrix' franchises, is gearing up for another adventure as he joins the cast of 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3'.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Reeves will lend his voice to the iconic character Shadow the Hedgehog, which has ignited excitement among fans across social media, who are hailing the casting decision.

Keanu Reeves to voice Shadow the Hedgehog in third 'Sonic' movie

Shadow, introduced in the 2001 video game 'Sonic Adventure 2', has long been a fan-favorite character and is recognizable from his dark and edgy personality that stands in stark contrast to the heroic Sonic.

With his serious attitude and strong abilities similar to Sonic's, Shadow became extremely popular among gamers worldwide.

Reeves' involvement in the 'Sonic' franchise follows a recent showcase at CinemaCon by Paramount, where the studio unveiled exclusive footage from the upcoming 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3'. Among the surprises was the return of Jim Carrey as Dr Robotnik, whose character arc takes an unexpected turn as he introduces Shadow.

In the narrative teased by Paramount, Dr Robotnik goes through a rough patch after the events of 'Sonic the Hedgehog 2' but he gets back on track by making Shadow.

The expansion of the 'Sonic' movie universe began with 2020's 'Sonic the Hedgehog', which exceeded expectations by raking in $319 million worldwide.

Its sequel, 'Sonic the Hedgehog 2', released in 2022, further solidified the franchise's success with a global box office collection of $404 million.

Reeves' venture into the 'Sonic' franchise comes after a string of blockbuster roles, including his recent appearance in 'John Wick: Chapter 4' and the highly-anticipated return to 'The Matrix' franchise in 2021's 'The Matrix: Resurrections'.

Internet excited over Keanu Reeves' involvement in 'Sonic 3'

The news of Keanu Reeves' involvement in 'Sonic the Hedgehog 3' has ignited a frenzy of excitement among fans. One X user exclaimed, "OK, this became a MUST SEE movie." Another user called it the "perfect casting."

One person expressed, "Oh yea, this is AMAZING casting," while another declared, "The only actor suited for the role."

One individual wrote, "Peak casting," while another remarked, "The goat voicing the goat."

One individual said, "Well damn right! His voice suits him." Another quipped, "GIVE THIS MOVIE AN OSCAR ALREADY."

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