Sonic The Hedgehog 3: 9 Best James Marsden Roles, Ranked

Summary

• The Sonic the Hedgehog franchise achieved a trilogy with faithful characters and engrossing entertainment.
• James Marsden excels in versatile roles, from supporting characters to romantic leads.
• Marsden stands out in iconic roles like Cyclops and Prince Edward, showcasing his diverse acting skills.

At the end of 2024, the video game behemoth Sonic the Hedgehog reached its third movie, becoming one of the first video game adaptations to achieve a trilogy on the big screen. So far in the 2020s, the successful franchise has provided three movies full of faithful characters and enthralling entertainment to appease fans, old or new.

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While numerous big-name actors voice characters such as Sonic, Knuckles, Shadow, and Tails, one of the main live-action characters comes in the form of James Marsden, the seasoned actor who plays Sonic’s parental figure, Tom Wachowski, throughout the trilogy. Although Marsden has gained significant notoriety from his role in the Sonic trilogy, with the actor reprising his role in Sonic the Hedgehog 3, he has numerous roles to his name that have showcased his versatility in Hollywood.

9

Corny Collins – Hairspray (2007)

Confident Song And Dance Star In Acclaimed Musical

Among many of Marsden’s flashy and exuberant performances comes his role as Corny Collins in the acclaimed musical Hairspray. Portraying a TV personality who hosts his own musical show, the slick and groovy Collins engages in singing and dance numbers that entice the protagonist, Tracy Turnblad, to join Collins’ smooth and groovy gang.

While possessing such style and flash, Marsden’s character aims to go in a progressive direction, with Collins being a forward-thinking individual, allowing Marsden to excel as an entertaining supporting character.

8

Kevin Doyle – 27 Dresses (2008)

Sweet Journalist That Falls In Love

Romance has often been a genre in which Marsden has found tremendous success throughout his career, with 27 Dresses continuing the trend. Playing a journalist by the name of Kevin Doyle, Marsden’s good looks and natural charm shine through as he starts to develop feelings for a woman who is set to be featured in his newspaper.

Along with his budding chemistry with his co-star Katherine Heigl, Marsden again excels in the rom-com genre, showing the versatility that has made the actor such a dual threat so far in his career.

7

Tom Wachowski – Sonic The Hedgehog 2 (2022)

Supportive Father Figure That Returns To Save The Blue Hedgehog

In the highly anticipated sequel, Marsden makes a return as Sonic’s newfound parental figure in the even more chaotic Sonic the Hedgehog 2. While the introduction of Sonic’s sidekicks, Knuckles, and Tails, emerges as the film’s main selling point, Marsden’s loving and caring relationship with Sonic proves once again a key component of the movie, with Tom being there to aid Sonic as he dukes it out with Dr. Robotnik and Knuckles.

Although not as integral to the plot as in the predecessor, Marsden again acts as the perfect foil for Sonic and his wild antics, acting as a true father figure.

6

Richard White – Superman Returns (2006)

Daily Planet Reporter That Acts As Love Interest Of Lois Lane

In what has become one of the most overlooked Superman movies, Superman Returns sees Marsden working at the Daily Planet as the reporter Richard White. Engaged to Lois Lane, Richard emerges as a love rival to Superman when the superhero returns to Earth after a long absence.

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While acting as a caring father and loving fiancée, Richard’s strengths not only lie in journalism, with the character acting as a makeshift pilot that helps save Superman in the film’s climax. Despite vying for the same woman as Clark Kent, Marsden’s Richard comes off as a sweet man who wants the best for people, even Superman himself.

5

Scott Summers/Cyclops – X-Men (2000)

Famed Comic Book Mutant That Emerges As A Reliable Field Leader

Despite his appearance in Superman Returns, Marsden’s most famed superhero exploits took place in the X-Men franchise, beginning with the very first X-Men. Often seen as Marvel’s primary superhero team, the team of mutants features Marsden as Scott Summers, otherwise known as Cyclops, the field leader of the group. Utilizing red beams conjured from his eyes, Marsden’s role has gone underlooked over the years due to the notoriety of Wolverine and Magneto.

However, Marsden depicts a dependable leader whose romantic endeavors with Jean Grey become one of the many memorable moments from Marsden’s iteration of the iconic comic book superhero.

4

Theodore “Teddy” Flood – Westworld (2016-2022)

Suave Cowboy That Falls For Protagonist

In what started as a highly promising show, the HBO hit Westworld soon fizzled. However, among many of its cast, Marsden excelled in the revolutionary sci-fi drama. Following the intricacies of a western-styled amusement park powered by androids, Marsden plays the part of Teddy Flood, a cowboy who yearns for the affection of the protagonist, Dolores Abernathy, although the amusement park and the robots soon begin to unravel.

Initially depicted as heroic and endearing, Teddy descends down a path that sees him follow Dolores, with the revelations that emerge altering Teddy, leading to Marsden delivering a varied performance as his character dramatically changes throughout the course of Westworld.

3

Tom Wachowski – Sonic The Hedgehog (2020)

Acts As A Friendly Parental Figure To Sonic

Although Sonic has gone on to have a trilogy, Sonic the Hedgehog marked the start of the legendary franchise, with Marsden making his debut as Sonic’s trusty friend, Tom Wachowski. As a sheriff, the ever-wild and chaotic Sonic comes to find Tom as a warm figure in his life, with Marsden’s fatherly portrayal creating a comforting dynamic between the pair that flourishes throughout the movie.

Even despite Dr. Robotnik’s attempts to cause destruction, Tom’s relationship with the blue hedgehog proves to be a key factor in the villains’ defeat, with Marsden depicting a trusty and friendly supporting character that helps Sonic shine.

2

Lon Hammond – The Notebook (2004)

Protagonist’s Fiancée That Deals With Emotional Heartbreak

Acting as a secondary love interest in the quintessential romance movie of the 2000s, Marsden engages as a charming but soon-to-be heartbroken young man in The Notebook. In the long love affair between Noah Calhoun and Allie Hamilton, Marsden’s Lon Hammond portrays Allie’s lover and eventual fiancée.

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However, despite his charisma and affluent background, Hammond is left heartbroken by Allie’s decision to reunite with Noah. Despite not being enough for Allie, Marsden’s performance is full of elegance and sheer confidence, making the actor a heartthrob throughout Hollywood.

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Prince Edward – Enchanted (2007)

Out Of Place Prince That Seeks Out His Princess In New York

In perhaps Marsden’s most well-known role to date, the actor portrayed the charming and aloof Prince Edward opposite Amy Adams in the Disney movie Enchanted. Telling the story of Princess Giselle and her banishment to Earth, the protagonist encounters a caring lawyer whom she falls for. However, the esteemed Edward travels to New York to bring back his beloved.

In a career-defining role, Marsden’s eloquent and over-the-top portrayal of royalty and nobility is one of Enchanted’s greatest aspects as his character gets to grips with New York and the differences from his world. Along with his comedic outbursts, Marsden commits to song and dance, highlighting his range as an actor in the timeless classic.

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Sonic the Hedgehog 3

ActionAdventureComedy

Release Date

December 20, 2024

Director

Jeff Fowler

Cast

Ben Schwartz
, Colleen O’Shaughnessey
, Idris Elba
, Keanu Reeves
, Tika Sumpter
, Lee Majdoub
, James Marsden
, Jim Carrey

Distributor(s)

Paramount Pictures

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