While fans are still waiting for a third Sonic the Hedgehog film (now scheduled for release), Keanu Reeves, no less, as Shadow), the good news is that a star-studded spinoff is about to hit TV screens with the release of Knuckles.
Taking place between the second and third Sonic films, the six-episode series once again combines live action with CGI main characters and follows Sonic's spiky sidekick Knuckles as he embarks on a personal adventure after reluctantly agreeing to train Wade (played by Adam). Pally) in the fighting style of the Echidna warriors.
Idris Elba will once again provide the deep voice of Knuckles with the British actor reprising his role in the Sonic 2 film, while there are promises of cameos from Colleen O'Shaughnessey as Tails and Ben Schwartz as the iconic blue hedgehog. The cast also features Tika Sumpter, Stockard Channing, Kid Cudi, Edi Patterson, Ellie Taylor (Ted Lasso), Rory McCann and Cary Elwes.
Read on to find out how to watch Knuckles no matter where you are in the world.
When is the Knuckles release date?
All six episodes of Knuckles will premiere in the US and Canada on Friday, April 26th, through Paramount Plus. The show is expected to hit the streaming service in most other territories around the world, including the UK and Australia, the following day. Japan is apparently the exception, with the show only scheduled to arrive in the region later in the year.
How to watch Knuckles from anywhere on VPN
So what if you're traveling outside of your country and want to enjoy the show or want an added layer of privacy for streaming? There is an option that does not require searching the Internet for an incomplete website: you can use a VPNor virtual private network.
With a VPN, you can virtually change your location on your phone, tablet, or laptop to access the program. If you can't watch locally, a VPN may be helpful. Plus, it's a great idea for when you're traveling and connected to a Wi-Fi network and want to add an extra layer of privacy for your devices and logins.
Most VPNs, like CNET Editors' Choice ExpressVPN, makes it easy to virtually change your location. Looking for other options? Be sure to check out some of the other great ones VPN Deals.
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Watch Knuckles in the US, Canada, UK and Australia
Knuckles is exclusive to the Paramount Plus streaming service. Retro gaming fans around the world will be pleased to know that Sonic's friend's new adventures will also be available to watch in Australia, the UK and Canada, as well as in the US via Paramount Plus.
Paramount Plus has two main subscription plans: Essential for $6 per month ($60 per year if paying annually) and Paramount Plus with Showtime for $12 per month ($120 per year if paying annually).
The cheapest Essential option has ads for on-demand streaming and lacks live CBS feeds, as well as the ability to download shows to watch offline later. Students may qualify for a 25% discount.
Paramount Plus costs £7 per month in the UK, with a seven-day free trial currently on offer. In Canada, the service costs CAD$10 per month, while for Australians it costs AU$10 per month.
Read our Paramount Plus review.
Tips for Streaming Knuckles Using a VPN
- With four variables at play – your ISP, browser, video streaming provider, and VPN – your experience and success may vary.
- If you don't see your desired location as the default option for ExpressVPN, try using the “search city or country” option.
- If you're having trouble viewing after turning on your VPN and setting it to the correct viewing area, there are two things you can try for a quick fix. First, log into your streaming service subscription account and make sure the address registered to the account is in the correct viewing area. Otherwise, you may need to change the physical address registered to your account. Secondly, some smart TVs – like Roku – don't have VPN apps that you can install directly on the device itself. Instead, you'll have to install the VPN on your router or mobile hotspot you're using (like your phone) so that any device on your Wi-Fi network now appears in the correct viewing location.
- All of the VPN providers we recommend have helpful instructions on their main website for quickly installing the VPN on your router. In some cases with smart TV services, after installing a network app, you will be asked to verify a numeric code or click a link sent to your email address registered to your smart TV. This is where having a VPN on your router will also help, as both devices will appear to be in the correct location.
- And remember that browsers can often reveal a location despite using a VPN, so be sure to use a privacy-first browser to log into your services. We normally recommend Brave.
