The official synopsis for Sonic the Hedgehog 2 has been released.

The summary teases a rematch between the Blue Blur and his nemesis Doctor Robotnik, along with the roles of Miles "Tails" Prower and Knuckles the Echidna. Knuckles is said to join forces with Robotnik, while Tails and Sonic form a fast friendship. They seek the Chaos Emerald, which grants the user incredible powers in the Sonic the Hedgehog video games.

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Director Jeff Fowler previously revealed that the first Sonic the Hedgehog film nearly contained a nod to the Chaos Emeralds' immense powers, as Sonic's Super State appeared in an early draft of the script. "It didn't make sense to obviously bring in the Super Sonic thing just yet," Fowler said. "I mean, there were very early versions of the script and the outlines where... because we knew that's something that's very important in the fan mythology, or the mythology that fans love. And Chaos Emeralds are definitely a huge part, even going back to the first game in '91, and it was definitely something that we were kind of trying to see. Like, 'Does it make sense to include one of these?'"

Filming for Sonic the Hedgehog 2 wrapped in May, with principal photography taking place in Vancouver at the beginning of March. Set photos have revealed Knuckles's visual appearance in the film, and Aquaman star Jason Momoa has reportedly been approached to voice Knuckles. Jeff Fowler, who helmed the first Sonic the Hedgehog film, is returning to direct.

The official synopsis for Sonic the Hedgehog 2 can be found below:

After settling in Green Hills, Sonic is ready for more freedom, and Tom and Maddie agree to leave him home while they go on vacation. But, no sooner are they gone, when Dr. Robotnik comes back, this time with a new partner, Knuckles, in search for an emerald that has the power to both build and destroy civilizations. Sonic teams up with his own sidekick, Tails, and together they embark on a journey to find the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands. Being directed by Jeff Fowler, and starring Jim Carrey, James Marsden, and Ben Schwartz.

Written by Pat Casey and Josh Miller, and directed by Jeff Fowler Sonic the Hedgehog 2 stars Jim Carrey, James Marsden, Tika Sumpter and Ben Schwartz. The film will hit theaters on April 8, 2022.

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Source: U.S. Copyright Office