Venom: The Last Dance is set to release on October 24, 2024, marking the conclusion of Eddie Brock’s cinematic journey with his symbiote. Promotional tie-ins with fast-food giants Pizza Hut and Wendy’s have given fans a sneak peek at the symbiote’s latest on-screen look, including themed menu items like a black garlic sauce reminiscent of Venom’s signature ooze. While the artwork from these promotions seems to reuse elements from previous films, fans are still excited to see Venom return for his final chapter.
Interestingly, unlike most superhero franchises that refresh their character designs between installments, Venom’s appearance has remained largely unchanged since his 2018 debut. Despite initial backlash over his lack of a white spider logo on his chest, the trilogy’s creative team has stuck with the minimalist, logo-free look for Venom in this final movie. For some franchises, recycled imagery or minimal design updates would raise eyebrows, but in Venom’s case, fans seem content with his consistency, even embracing the iconic black symbiote as is.
With early box office tracking suggesting an opening weekend between $80 million and $120 million, Venom: The Last Dance could potentially have the highest debut of the trilogy. While the film has not garnered the same pre-release hype as other superhero blockbusters, its steady fan base and the intrigue surrounding its conclusion have helped drive interest. As we inch closer to the October release, more accurate projections will emerge, especially once tickets go on sale.
Adding to the excitement are the persistent rumors of Venom crossing over with Spider-Man in the highly anticipated Spider-Man 4. Speculation about Tom Hardy’s Venom finally sharing the screen with Tom Holland’s Spider-Man has been building for years. Some fans believe Sony may have strategically leaked the crossover rumors to fuel anticipation for The Last Dance, though nothing official has been confirmed. If these rumors turn out to be false, there could be a significant disappointment, but there’s also a camp of fans who would prefer Venom to remain separate from the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Ultimately, whether or not Venom appears in Spider-Man 4, Venom: The Last Dance is shaping up to be a memorable conclusion to the character’s standalone arc. For now, fans can indulge in the fun of the fast-food promotions while they await Eddie Brock’s final showdown in theaters on October 24, 2024.
