Im a big fan of his, Elba said in an interview withIGN.
Ive heard that hes a fan of mine, and we are destined to make something together.
So, here we go.
(L-R) Idris Elba, Knuckles, Shadow and Keanu ReevesSimon Ackerman / Olivia Wong / WireImage / Getty Images / Sega / Paramount Pictures
Elba and Reeves had shared credits voicing characters inCyberpunk 2077which would makeSonic the Hedgehog 3a reunion for the actors.
The character is an anthropomorphic red-striped black hedgehog created by the government and set to resemble Sonics abilities.
Elba reprises his voice role of Knuckles in the Paramount+ series, which will premiere on April 26.
The live-action series is a sequel toSonic the Hedgehog 2and a prequel to the upcomingSonic the Hedgehog 3.
Colleen OShaughnessey also returns as a special guest star in her role as Tails.
