The highly anticipated Venom: The Last Dance, the concluding chapter in Sony’s Venom franchise, is all set to hit theaters on October 25th, 2024. Fans of the anti-hero, who first appeared on the big screen in 2018, are eagerly awaiting what could be the film that finally pits Venom against Spider-Man—a face-off that has long been desired by comic book and film enthusiasts alike.
Will Spider-Man Make an Appearance?
One of the biggest questions surrounding this final installment is whether we’ll see a crossover between Venom and Spider-Man. Given that Sony shares the rights to Spider-Man with Disney, it’s not impossible that the two iconic characters could finally share the screen. Speculation has been rampant ever since the post-credits scene of Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2022) teased a potential crossover, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
Despite the buzz, the film’s promotional material has kept things under wraps. Recently, Tom Hardy, who plays Eddie Brock/Venom, was asked about Peter Parker’s potential appearance in the movie at a fan event. His response? “Will we ever meet Spider-Man? You know, see, there are always possibilities. But I cannot say anything because this is the latest movie. I would love that.” Though his statement neither confirms nor denies Spider-Man’s involvement, it’s enough to keep fans hopeful for a thrilling showdown.
Previous Crossover Hints
Over the years, Sony’s Spider-Man Universe has provided breadcrumbs suggesting that a Spider-Man and Venom crossover is in the works. In the post-credits scene of Venom 2, Eddie Brock appears in a hotel room watching news footage that reveals Spider-Man’s identity—showcasing Tom Holland as the web-slinger from the Spider-Man: Far From Home (2019) movie. Fans have also pointed to the crossover that happened in Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man 3 (2007), where Tobey Maguire’s Spider-Man faced off against Topher Grace’s Venom.
However, some rumors have been dispelled. For example, speculations about Venom: The Last Dance being connected to The Amazing Spider-Man series starring Andrew Garfield were recently debunked. Rhys Ifans, who appeared in both franchises, is confirmed to be playing a different character in the Venom series, putting those theories to rest.
What We Know So Far About Venom: The Last Dance
The film follows Eddie Brock and Venom as they are hunted by both human and alien forces. With nowhere left to run, the two must make a life-altering decision that could change everything. In addition to Tom Hardy, the film features Rhys Ifans, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Peggy Lu, and Alanna Ubach.
Though the fate of Spider-Man’s appearance remains uncertain, fans can look forward to a gripping storyline, intense action, and the same dark, thrilling energy that made the Venom franchise such a success.
Make sure to mark your calendars for October 25th, 2024, and stay tuned for what could be the most epic chapter in Venom’s cinematic journey.