Will Be Venom's Actual Last Dance?
It seems the Spider-Verse isn’t done with its plot twists and surprises. With set to release in a few weeks, fans are buzzing with the big question: is this truly Tom Hardy’s final performance as Venom? Or will he continue his journey alongside Tom Holland’s Spider-Man in the next film? Despite Hardy’s farewell to his standalone Venom franchise, some hints suggest he may not be hanging up the symbiote suit just yet.
When was announced as Hardy's last standalone film as the anti-hero, it felt like the end of an era. This third installment is rumored to bring Venom face-to-face with Knull, the godlike symbiote creator who has ambitions far beyond what Eddie Brock, or perhaps even Spider-Man, could handle alone. The stakes are high, with Knull potentially becoming a multiverse-level threat, raising questions about the limits of Venom's power and whether Eddie is truly prepared for this showdown.
However, it’s not just Eddie Brock who might be saying goodbye. The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has already introduced a piece of the symbiote into its realm, hinting at potential future storylines beyond Venom's standalone arcs.
Marvel’s left a breadcrumb in the form of a symbiote fragment remaining in the MCU. After Eddie Brock (and Venom) briefly appeared in the movie's post-credits, fans were abuzz about the implications. Could this tiny piece of Venom spell a new adventure for Spider-Man? And with rumors of
potentially exploring the black suit storyline, many wonder if the film will follow Peter Parker’s transformation under the symbiote’s influence, while Hardy’s Venom remains in his universe or somehow connects through the multiverse.
Tom Hardy has certainly kept fans guessing about his future as Venom. His recent social media posts gave a nod to the character's potential beyond his third film, leading to speculation that may feature a Venom-Spidey team-up.
With fans craving a face-off (or team-up) between Hardy’s Venom and Holland’s Spider-Man, Marvel may have found a way to bring them together without disrupting their individual story arcs. Furthermore, the multiverse could allow for a crossover that maintains the integrity of both franchises, a win-win for audiences who enjoy both characters.
The mention of Knull brings a different flavor to the storyline. Known as the King in Black, Knull is one of Marvel’s most formidable villains, and his inclusion hints at a larger narrative that could span across the Spider-Verse and the MCU.
With Andy Serkis rumored to portray Knull, there is plenty of anticipation around his role. A villain of this magnitude could serve as a powerful enough force to require a Venom-Spidey alliance. This storyline would not only serve fans craving for a symbiote showdown but could also provide Hardy’s Venom with a worthy sendoff, should it indeed be his last dance.
While Venom’s return would be a fan favorite, it also raises questions about Spider-Man’s character arc.
Tom Holland’s Spider-Man has faced plenty of cosmic and multiversal foes. Bringing Venom back might be more of a fan service than a plot necessity, especially with the rich roster of villains like Green Goblin, Scorpion, and Kingpin waiting for their moment. However, if indeed explores the black suit storyline, it could tie Venom’s involvement neatly without overloading the plot.
The Marvel multiverse opens up almost limitless possibilities. It means that Spider-Man could encounter not just Venom, but various other characters from his alternate lives.
This also leaves room for other versions of Spider-Man, like Tobey Maguire’s and Andrew Garfield’s, to potentially make appearances, providing further nostalgia for longtime fans. Marvel could be strategically setting up for , where characters from various realities clash, and Venom’s inclusion in could be the first step in this larger, interconnected narrative.
If is indeed Hardy’s last time with the symbiote, it will mark the end of a distinctive take on the character.
However, the MCU’s use of the symbiote fragment and Marvel’s general penchant for surprise inclusions mean that fans shouldn’t lose hope of seeing more of Hardy’s Venom, even if it's in a different capacity. As with most things Marvel, there is always an option to revisit characters in ways that allow for creativity and continuity.
So, will be Venom's actual last dance? In the end, only time—and perhaps Marvel’s post-credit scenes—will tell. Until then, the only thing certain is that the Spider-Verse will keep fans guessing and the multiverse will keep delivering surprises.
Now, it’s your turn: would you want to see Hardy’s Venom back, or should the Spider-Verse move on to other foes?
