TL; DR:

• Jim Carrey recently revealed that he would like to retire after his role as Dr Robotnik in sonic the hedgehog 2which has just been released in theaters.
• Sonic 2 producers Neal H. Moritz and Toby Ascher shared how they would continue with Sonic 3 if Jim Carrey retires.
• sonic the hedgehog 3 has already been confirmed by Paramount.

What would another sonic the hedgehog what does the movie look like without Dr. Robotnik? The producers of the film trilogy began to think about this question during Sonic 3 after Jim Carrey revealed he would like to retire soon. If Carrey leaves the movies, it could mean he won’t be reprising his role as Robotnik for the third time. Here’s what the producers had to say about the actor and Sonic 3.

Jim Carrey Recently Said He’s “Pretty Serious” About Retiring After ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’

After a successful four-decade career, with several hits like The mask and Ace Ventura, Carrey is considering a break from Hollywood. He opened up about his possible retirement in a recent interview with Go to Hollywoodrevealing that he has “done enough” in his career.

“I really enjoy my spiritual life… [and] I feel like – and this is something you may never hear from another celebrity while there’s time – I’ve had enough. I’ve done enough. I am enough,” he said.

Carrey then doubled down on his statement in another interview with entertainment tonight. He explained that he would like to step away from the spotlight and become “frighteningly normal”.

“Like, 25 years ago Mystery Science Theater I have to catch up. And there is painting. I paint. I’m going out of NFTs. I will announce it soon on Twitter. And it’s still kind of fun for me,” he added.

‘Sonic 2’ producers Neal H. Moritz and Toby Ascher say they ‘won’t even try’ to recast Jim Carrey if he retires

Carrey played Dr. Ivo “Eggman” Robotnik in sonic the hedgehog since the first movie in 2020. As one of the main villains in the video game franchise, there’s room for Robotnik to return in another Sonic film. However, that plan may change if Carrey retires. And if so, fans needn’t worry about a redesign.

“We wouldn’t even try” Sonic producer Neal H. Moritz spoke to IGN about a redesign of Robotnik in Sonic 3.

In addition to this, the producer Toby Ascher said Carrey is always welcome to return to the franchise at any time.

“Jim Carrey has always been part of the Sonic family. And he’ll always have a place in those movies and TV shows as long as he loves being there,” Ascher said. “We love Jim, and he’s so special. What he is doing with Robotnik is so amazing. We would love him as long as he would love to be there with us.

For what it’s worth, Moritz also said he thinks Carrey “loves Robotnik so much” that he might not be able to give up on the character.

The producers did not say which one Sonic the villain would replace Robotnik if Carrey did not return. However, there are plenty of choices, like Metal Sonic or Black Doom.

‘Sonic 3’ is already in development at Paramount

Even though it’s probably several months away, sonic the hedgehog 3 is already confirmed. Paramount announced in February that the film is in the works, but few details have been revealed. The trio will be part of a larger Sonic the Hedgehog cinematic universe, which also includes a Knuckles TV show starring Idris Elba.

sonic the hedgehog 2 now playing in theaters. Stay tuned to Showbiz Cheat Sheet for more updates on Sonic 3.

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