SONIC THE HEDGEHOG Spoilers: 12 Easter Eggs, References, And Cameos You May Have Missed

Sonic the Hedgehog is now in theaters, and we're taking a closer look at the ten best Easter Eggs, references, and cameos you need to see in the movie that's raced straight to the top of the box office...

By JoshWilding - Feb 17, 2020 09:02 AM EST

Filed Under: Sonic the Hedgehog

No one expected much from Sonic the Hedgehog (especially after the response to the controversial redesign in the first teaser), but the movie just had the highest opening weekend ever for a video game adaptation. Now, fans are already counting down the days to a sequel, as that being given the green light by Paramount Pictures feels like an inevitability at this point.

It was clear watching the movie that a lot of love was put into it (you can read our review by clicking HERE), and that includes a long list of Easter Eggs, references, and cameos.

Some pay homage to the video games, while others were nods to the cartoons and comic books. A few of these even appear to be setting the stage for the aforementioned sequel, and if they pan out, we may already have a pretty good idea of where things are going to be heading next.

To take a look at these Sonic the Hedgehog Easter Eggs, simply hit the "Next" button below!

Some Familiar Villains

The movie kicks off in Sonic's home, a land that's clearly based on the Green Hills Zone from the original video game. However, his peaceful life doesn't last long as a group known as the Echidnas soon attack. It's important to note that Knuckles was a member of the Echidna Clan, but the group here seem to be based on the Nocturnus Clan.

They rule over a realm called the Twilight Cage and have some pretty nefarious plans for Earth.

Why they want Sonic is hard to say, but if we had to hazard a guess, they would certainly make a pretty fitting choice of villains in the sequel (especially if they're looking to steal those rings).

The Flash Comic Books

Sonic has a lot of cool hobbies, and seems to be fascinated (understandably so) with speed. As a result, it's hardly a surprise that he's shown reading comic books featuring The Flash!

DC Comics' Scarlet Speedster is a much more fitting choice than Quicksilver - that pile of comics would be pretty small if Sonic was only reading his solo adventures - and it's easy to see why Sonic would be a fan. Perhaps most surprising is that Warner Bros. happily greenlit this particular reference.

Sonic's Race Car Bed

The movie ends with Sonic being asked to live with Tom and Maddie, and they present the hero with his own bedroom in their loft. Look closely during that sequence, and you'll notice that they've got him a race car shaped bed, something which you might dismiss as a nod to the aforementioned racing games the SEGA character has starred in over the years.

While that's entirely possible, this is more likely a hat tip to the Sonic the Hedgehog comic book series which also used to see Sonic kick back and take some naps in a bed shaped like that!

"Sanic"

Sonic has become something of an urban myth in his home of Green Hills on Earth and only one of the town's residents believes he's real (mostly because the speedster enjoys toying with him).

That's "Crazy Carl," and a drawing he's done of Sonic looks eerily familiar. That's because it's based on that weird Sanic the Hedgehog meme which was started after YouTuber 0nyxheart uploaded his drawing a decade ago. It's an unexpected nod, but one meme lovers will appreciate.

Oh, and that "Blue Devil" nickmane is likely a reference to the car he drives in those racing games.

A Familiar Logo

While Sonic is hanging out in his cave, he plays around with some nunchuks and dons a headband.

Well, look closely at that and you'll notice that it's emblazoned with the character's classic logo...the only thing that's missing is Sonic himself! This is a fun throwback to his video games, but another comes in a slightly less obvious fashion which is definitely a highlight here.

While the gold rings in this movie are used to travel between worlds and locations, almost every time Sonic is hit, he drops them and that's a nod to what happens in the games.

The Chaos Emerald

Before seemingly being killed by the Nocturnus Clan, Longclaw gives Sonic a map directing him to Earth and that mushroom planet (which is another level from the games).

However, look closely at that and you'll notice a mention of the Chaos Emerald.

That mystical gem - and the seven others like it - have played a huge role in the video games, and they've since become the franchise's go-to MacGuffins. It's possible this reference will pay off in the sequel as this might be another reason that Clan was targeting Sonic.

"BADNIKS"

By the time the post-credits scene rolls around, Dr. Robotnik has become the "Eggman" we know and hate from the video games. However, there are some early hints about his transformation.

After the power surge which shuts his ride down, Robotnik searches for a control panel to reboot the system, and a label can be seen which says "BADNIKS" on it. That's a reference to Eggman's original robots, and quite possibly something we can look forward to seeing in the sequel.

Sonic's Love Of Chilli Dogs

This is a fun one.

Sonic is show to be a huge fan of chilli dogs in this movie, and that's another concept which was introduced in the Archie Comics Sonic the Hedgehog series. Later, that was added to the animated series as well, and both Sonic and Tails would frequently eat them...and nothing else!

Added to the video game franchise with Sonic Unleashed, they've stuck around ever since.

A Familiar Animation

If you've played enough Sonic video games, then you'll know that the speedster's "idle animation" is him putting his hands on his hips and tapping his foot impatiently.

Well, when time slows down around the iconic video game character as Robotnik shoots those missiles at him, Sonic recreates that exact same animation from the games.

Tails

Sonic the Hedgehog is an absolute blast, but the movie definitely would have benefited from spending a little more time on the hero's homeworld. Thankfully, it looks like that could be a strong possibility in the sequel because the post-credits scene introduces us to beloved icon, Tails.

Armed with a tracking device, he seemingly wants to bring Sonic home and is shown using his familiar flying power thanks to the tail he can spin around exactly like a helicopter. It's an awesome visual nod to the games and it's clear now that Tails will be a key player in the eventual follow-up.

Product Placement

Sonic's sneakers may look like they've been lifted straight from the games, but when Tom's niece presents them to him, you'll see that they boast tiny Puma tabs. Before the character was redesigned, he was going to wear actual Puma sneakers which can presumably be bought in stores.

There's a lot of product placement in the movie, though, including frequent mentions of Olive Garden!

"Gotta Go Fast!"

As you might expect, Sonic's iconic catchphrase finds its way into the movie when he's woken up by Tom's wife with smelling salts. It's a fun nod to the games and a clever way of including it.

Equally as fun is seeing Sonic perform a patented spin dash in the movie while he's facing off with some of Robotnik's creations during that standout chase with Tom on the highway.

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36 Comments

Nebula - 2/17/2020, 9:19 AM

It's on topic so I just want to say; there being a world full of mushrooms isn't a Mario reference. Jim Carrey saying the word "Christmas" isn't a Grinch reference.

That's like me saying "the robot's laser eye during the car chase scene is a reference to James Marsden having played Cyclops."

Nebula - 2/17/2020, 9:24 AM

I saw Sonic on Saturday night. I think it was pretty good. As a children's movie (which it is), I think it was great. The only things that was a bit nauseating were the constant references. Seriously, everything nowadays just relies on the audience going "I understood that reference." I need not have ever seen Sonic flossing but there we go.

It was good for what it was — that being an Alvin and the Chipmunks/Hop, Sonic comes to the real world. Less so good because it's the ideal Sonic movie that we've all dreamt of.

Nebula - 2/17/2020, 9:25 AM

It was inoffensive, there was nothing wrong with it. Though it did seem very studio mandated.

bobevanz - 2/17/2020, 9:36 AM

Idc enough to hit the next button, well I do.. but you know. Take over detective pikachu!

Vigor - 2/17/2020, 10:10 AM

Wow all these references make me want to see this in the theatres to support it

Nebula - 2/17/2020, 10:26 AM

@Vigor -

HannibalLecter - 2/17/2020, 11:35 AM

@Vigor - It's a pretty cool movie and with all the action pieces and special effects it feels more like a super hero movie than birds of prey

HannibalLecter - 2/17/2020, 11:18 AM

Here is my All-Star voice cast for the Sonic sequels:

Amy - Emma Stone
Knuckles - The Rock
Rouge - Scarlett Johanson
Shadow - Keanu Reeves

Blaze - Dua Lipa
Silver - Justin Bieber

Nebula - 2/17/2020, 3:31 PM

@HannibalLecter - It is weird that Tails is voiced by an actress that has voiced him in the games but they just [frick]ed over Roger Craig Smith and any of the other usual Sonic voice actors.

HannibalLecter - 2/17/2020, 3:42 PM

@Nebula - I dunno, take in mind that Tails' voice in the movie may be just temporary and they hire someone else in the actual sequel.

Cuhcoast - 2/17/2020, 12:24 PM

Sonic Says "Birds of Prey is no good!"

SuperCat - 2/17/2020, 3:34 PM

Stinkor1 - 2/17/2020, 4:23 PM

“... and is shown using his familiar flying power thanks to the tail he can spin around exactly like a helicopter.“

He has two tails. He uses his tails to fly. His name is Tails

dragon316 - 2/18/2020, 11:36 AM

I noticed half Easter eggs but thing got my attention he said gotta go fast that’s from sonic x anime series

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