Two of the year’s biggest family-friendly blockbusters have just made the leap from the big screen to the comfort of your couch. Here’s everything you need to know to catch Sonic the Hedgehog 3 and Dog Man from home—and a few reasons why you might want to check our reviews before pulling the trigger.
Where to Stream Sonic the Hedgehog 3
The blue blur is back, and his latest adventure has officially hit Paramount+. Fans of the franchise can now stream Sonic the Hedgehog 3 on the platform as part of their subscription.
If you’re not familiar with Paramount+, here’s what you need to know about the plans:
Paramount+ Essential Plan ($7.99/month or $59.99/year): Includes limited commercials, over 40,000 episodes and movies, plus NFL on CBS and UEFA Champions League.
Paramount+ with SHOWTIME ($12.99/month or $119.99/year): Enjoy everything in the Essential Plan, plus SHOWTIME, no commercials, and access to your local CBS station.
Pro tip for deal hunters? Walmart+ members get Paramount+ included at no extra cost, and seniors with an AARP membership can snag 10% off. New subscribers can take advantage of a 7-day free trial to check out the chaos without commitment.
This time around, Sonic teams up with fan favorites Tails and Knuckles to square off against the ultimate rival, Shadow the Hedgehog. With Jim Carrey back as Dr. Robotnik (or should we say Doctors Robotnik?), visually stunning battles, and plenty of chaos emerald-fueled madness, this is a high-speed flick for fans of the franchise.
But, to be brutally honest, Sonic 3 might not hit the mark for everyone in the family. Before you hit play, check out our no-holds-barred review to see whether it’s worth the runtime—or just an opportunity for parents to sneak in a nap during all the CGI-fueled mayhem. [Read our review here.]
Where to Watch Dog Man
Meanwhile, Dog Man—based on Dav Pilkey’s wildly popular graphic novel series—has become available to buy and rent digitally. Starting at $19.99 to rent or $24.99 to own, you can find it on platforms like:
- Amazon Prime Video
- Fandango At Home (formerly Vudu)
If you go the rental route, be sure to plan your viewing party—you’ll have 48 hours to finish the film after hitting “play.”
Set in the same universe as Captain Underpants, Dog Man has already racked up an impressive $88 million at the worldwide box office, solidifying itself as one of 2025’s early animated hits. Directed by Peter Hastings, it’s a colorful, fast-paced adventure that embraces its silly, wholesome charm.
Not ready to rent just yet? We expect Dog Man to land on Peacock later this year, likely by late May, based on Universal’s usual release pattern. But for families with restless kids at home, this one might be worth the premium price tag.
Our take? Dog Man delivers the kind of laugh-out-loud fun kids love, with just enough heart and clever animation to keep parents awake for the ride. Still, you might want to dive deeper into our review to see if it’s worth adding your credit card info. [Read our full review here.]
From Theaters to Streaming—What’s Next?
Whether you’re planning a Sonic-inspired speed run or curling up with the quirky antics of Dog Man, both movies bring big-screen fun straight to your home.
For parents looking to balance entertainment value with family-friendly content, make sure to check out our candid take on both films. We’re here to help you spend your streaming dollars wisely.
Read our reviews now and decide which movie deserves a spot in your streaming queue!
Speed your way to Paramount+ for Sonic the Hedgehog 3 or rent Dog Man on your favorite platform. Either way, it’s movie night sorted.
Brent Decker
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