“Sonic The Hedgehog 2” is out and works with a strong start in France as it begins the overseas launch

Exclusive: Supreme sonic the hedgehog 2 It ran $ 1.2 million with starting number one France Wednesday as a sequel begins at the international box office this weekend. In France, the blue pet led the market by 30% on the first day of the previous season.

Overall, the Jeff Fowler-directed film opens this season in 31 markets, accounting for 50% of the overseas footprint. Majorities like Germany and Australia joined today, debuting in the UK and Spain on Friday. Premiere in North America on April 8.

This is a different release strategy from the original 2020 film, which was released in 40 overseas markets in February with national and date. The film ultimately grossed $ 171 million overseas and nearly $ 320 million worldwide, but that too came to a halt as the new coronavirus crisis began. In 2020, it became the sixth film in the world and number three for Hollywood studios.

Based on Sega’s favorite video game franchise, the sequel discovers that Sonic has now settled in Green Hills and wants to prove he has what it takes to be a true hero. Proof of him comes when Dr. Robotnik returns with a new partner, with a flaw, in search of an emerald that has the power to destroy civilizations. Sonic joins his part, Tails, and together they embark on a global journey in search of the emerald before it falls into the wrong hands.

Returning actors include James Marsden, Ben Schwartz and Jim Carrey. Tika Sampter, Natasha Rotwell, Adam Pal and Lee Majdub are also back. New additions include Shemar Moore, Idris Elba as the voice of Knuckles and Colin O’Shaughness as the voice of Tayles.

The screenplay was written by original screenwriters Pete Case, Josh Miller and John Whittington. Producers are Neal H. Moritz, Toby Ascher, Toru Nakahara and Hitoshi Okuno.