Sony Pictures has released the final trailer for Venom: The Last Dance, the much-anticipated third installment in the Venom franchise, which promises to be an action-packed showdown as the Marvel antihero faces his most formidable enemy yet: Knull.
This new chapter will bring back Tom Hardy’s Eddie Brock and his symbiote alter ego, Venom, as they navigate a deadly confrontation with their creator.
Plot Overview: A New Enemy Emerges
In “Venom: The Last Dance,” Eddie Brock (Tom Hardy) and Venom find themselves on the run, hunted by both the human world and the alien forces that created Venom. The trailer reveals a powerful new antagonist, **Knull**, a terrifying being with cosmic origins who arrives on Earth with a singular mission — to retrieve something Venom possesses. Described as a formidable foe, Knull is introduced in a thrilling scene battling Eddie and Venom atop a speeding jet, emphasizing the film’s high-octane action and dramatic stakes.
“My home…has found us,” Venom ominously warns Eddie.
“Who sent that thing?” Eddie asks.
“My creator,” Venom responds, hinting at a deeper, more complex origin story that connects them to their new enemy.
A Closer Look at the Story: Venom’s Final Chapter
The film brings back familiar faces while introducing new characters who further complicate Eddie and Venom’s already chaotic lives. Juno Temple plays a scientist who reveals that “the symbiotes didn’t come here by accident,” suggesting that their arrival on Earth may have been part of a larger plan involving Knull. Meanwhile, Venom continues to wreak havoc with his signature blend of humor and violence, including some unexpected moments of body comedy that involve flinging food and Eddie’s erratic behavior — all instigated by Venom’s mischievous influence.
As the net closes in, Eddie and Venom are forced to make a devastating decision that could spell the end of their unique partnership. The film is being positioned as the final chapter in the Venom trilogy, promising a climactic “last dance” for the duo.
The Creative Team and Cast
“Venom: The Last Dance” marks the directorial debut of Kelly Marcel, who also wrote and produced the film. Marcel, who has been a key writer for the franchise, brings a fresh perspective to this concluding chapter.
The movie also stars Chiwetel Ejiofor, Rhys Ifans, Peggy Lu, Alanna Ubach, and Stephen Graham, rounding out an impressive ensemble cast.
Produced by Avi Arad, Matt Tolmach, Amy Pascal, Kelly Marcel, Tom Hardy, and Hutch Parker, the film aims to deliver a fitting end to the saga while leaving the door open for future possibilities, depending on its box office performance.
Box Office Prospects and Release Date
The Venom franchise has already proven its success, grossing $1.36 billion globally from the first two films. The first film alone earned $270 million in China, where “Venom: The Last Dance” will also be released, potentially boosting its global box office. Sony is marketing this movie as the final entry in the trilogy — but, as hinted, its continuation could depend on how much it rakes in at the box office.
Venom: The Last Dance is set to hit theaters on October 25 and with all the new elements teased in the trailer, it looks like fans are in for an electrifying ride as Eddie and Venom face their ultimate challenge.