The final chapter in the Venom trilogy is here, and it’s bound to be a wild ride. Venom 3: The Last Dance marks the conclusion of one of Marvel’s most intriguing anti-hero storylines, where Tom Hardy reprises his role as Eddie Brock, the man who shares his body with the lethal symbiote, Venom. After two successful films, the anticipation for the third and final installment has been building, especially with the release of its new trailer. Here’s everything we know about Venom 3: The Last Dance, including its release date, plot, and what the trailer reveals about the film’s direction.
Release Date: When Can We Watch Venom 3?
Sony Pictures has confirmed that Venom 3: The Last Dance will hit theaters on October 25, 2024. Initially, the film was set to premiere in November, but fans received exciting news when the release was moved up by two weeks. This earlier release date has only heightened the anticipation, with fans eager to see how Eddie Brock’s journey comes to an end.
The previous Venom films were major box office successes, and Sony is likely expecting another strong performance. The first film, Venom (2018), grossed $856 million worldwide, while Venom: Let There Be Carnage (2021) brought in $506 million despite releasing during the pandemic. Venom 3: The Last Dance is poised to deliver yet another box office hit, potentially breaking records for the franchise.
New Trailer: Symbiote Action at Its Best
The official trailer for Venom 3: The Last Dance has fans buzzing. Released in September 2024, the three-minute trailer offers a glimpse into the explosive action, humor, and emotional stakes that will define the final chapter. The film picks up right where Venom: Let There Be Carnage left off, with Eddie Brock and Venom on the run. This time, the stakes are higher, and the net is closing in on them from both human and symbiote enemies.
The trailer opens with a gritty scene in Mexico, where Eddie appears to be on the move. This is a callback to the mid-credit scene from Venom: Let There Be Carnage, where Eddie is briefly transported to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) in the midst of “The Snap.” In this scene, Eddie converses with a bartender, played by Cristo Fernández, about the MCU’s superheroes. However, at the end of Spider-Man: No Way Home, Eddie was transported back to his universe, and the trailer for Venom 3 hints that we pick up where this journey left off.
Visually, the trailer is packed with fast-paced action, including Venom taking down bad guys and throwing in his signature dark humor along the way. This blend of action and comedy has been a key element of the Venom films, and The Last Dance looks to balance these tones while introducing a more serious, emotional undercurrent as Eddie and Venom face their final battle.
Plot: What We Know So Far
The plot of Venom 3: The Last Dance promises to bring an epic conclusion to Eddie Brock and Venom’s saga. According to the official synopsis, Eddie and Venom are now being hunted by both human forces and symbiote enemies. As their world begins to collapse around them, they are faced with an impossible choice that could define the future of both Eddie and Venom. The stakes have never been higher, and it seems that the symbiotic duo must confront their greatest challenge yet.
While specific details about the villains remain under wraps, fans are speculating that other symbiotes might play a major role in this final showdown. After Venom: Let There Be Carnage introduced the concept of multiple symbiotes, it’s likely that The Last Dance will expand on this universe. This could potentially include new characters from the Venom comic series, which has a rich history of symbiote storylines.
The emotional weight of the film is likely to come from Eddie’s evolving relationship with Venom. In previous films, Eddie has struggled to control the symbiote, but as their bond deepens, it’s clear that they need each other to survive. The trailer hints at moments of conflict between the two, but also suggests that their ultimate decision could bring a definitive end to their partnership—possibly through self-sacrifice or a final, devastating battle.
The Cast: Familiar Faces and New Additions
As expected, Tom Hardy returns as Eddie Brock/Venom, delivering the dual performance that has captivated audiences since the first film. Hardy’s portrayal of the complex relationship between Eddie and Venom has been a highlight of the trilogy, and fans can expect him to bring his A-game to the final chapter.
Joining Hardy is Peggy Lu, who returns as Mrs. Chen, the sharp-tongued convenience store owner who has played a minor but memorable role in the previous films. Also returning is Cristo Fernández as the hotel bartender, likely continuing his interaction with Eddie from the mid-credits scene in Let There Be Carnage.
The trailer also introduces some exciting new faces to the Venom universe. Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, and Stephen Graham have been confirmed to join the cast, though their specific roles remain a mystery. Ejiofor, known for his work in Doctor Strange and 12 Years a Slave, could bring a menacing or complex villain to the table. Meanwhile, Temple’s inclusion suggests that her character might play a key role in either Eddie’s journey or as an ally (or adversary) to Venom.
Behind the Camera: The Creative Team
Venom 3: The Last Dance is directed by Kelly Marcel, who has been involved with the Venom series from the beginning as a writer and producer. This marks Marcel’s directorial debut, and given her deep connection to the franchise, she is well-suited to guide the final installment.
Marcel co-wrote the screenplay alongside Tom Hardy, who has been instrumental in shaping Eddie Brock’s character arc. This close collaboration between the director and lead actor ensures that the film will stay true to the tone and narrative that fans have come to love. Additionally, producers Avi Arad, Amy Pascal, Matt Tolmach, and Hutch Parker return, providing continuity behind the scenes.
What to Expect from Venom 3: The Last Dance
As the final chapter in the trilogy, Venom 3: The Last Dance has a lot to deliver. Fans expect thrilling action sequences, an engaging storyline, and, most importantly, a satisfying conclusion to Eddie and Venom’s journey. The emotional stakes have never been higher, and the trailer hints that this could be the most intense Venom film yet.
The introduction of new characters, combined with the continuation of storylines from the previous films, offers plenty of opportunities for exciting plot twists. There’s also potential for more connections to the larger Spider-Man universe, though it remains to be seen how tightly Sony will tie Venom into the broader Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Regardless of its connections to other Marvel properties, Venom 3 is set to be a fitting finale for fans who have followed Eddie and Venom’s story from the beginning. With a stellar cast, high stakes, and a mix of humor and action, Venom 3: The Last Dance promises to be an unmissable event when it hits theaters this fall.
