Tom Hardy recently announced through a social media post that his role as Venom in the upcoming film Venom: The Last Dance will be his last in the Marvel Universe.
Fans of the Venom film series were hit with surprising news when Tom Hardy confirmed that Venom: The Last Dance will be his final performance as the iconic character. The actor, who has portrayed the complex anti-hero Eddie Brock and his alien counterpart Venom since the first film in 2018, expressed his gratitude to fans but made it clear that he will no longer return to the Marvel Universe after this third installment.
Tom Hardy Thanks Fans, Bids Farewell to Venom
In a social media post promoting the upcoming release of Venom: The Last Dance, Tom Hardy thanked fans for their continuous support throughout the trilogy. Hardy hinted that this film will be the best of the series, offering a grand conclusion to his character’s journey.
Hardy responded to a fan’s comment, saying, “That’s all she wrote for me and the big guy. We promise to make this the best of them all. We’ve loved making these. Thank you for your support—come join us for the Last Dance.”
This heartfelt message signals the end of Hardy’s journey as Venom, a character who has been central to Sony’s Spider-Man Universe, even though Spider-Man has never appeared in these related films. Fans will no doubt miss Hardy’s portrayal of the character, which has become one of the most well-known in the Marvel franchise.
Venom 3: The Final Chapter in the Venom Trilogy
The third film in the series, Venom: The Last Dance, will mark the conclusion of Hardy’s portrayal of the beloved character. This installment, set to release on October 25, 2024, is highly anticipated as it promises a thrilling final chapter for Venom and Eddie Brock. In this movie, the duo will find themselves cornered and forced to make a tough decision that will define their future as both of their worlds close in on them.
Directed by Kelly Marcel, who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside Hardy, the film brings back familiar faces such as Chiwetel Ejiofor, Juno Temple, Rhys Ifans, Peggy Lu, Alanna Ubach, and Stephen Graham. Marcel has worked closely with Hardy on the character’s development, ensuring that this final film provides closure for both the character and the fans who have followed the trilogy.
No Spider-Man Crossover for Venom?
While fans have long speculated about a potential crossover between Venom and Spider-Man, Tom Hardy’s recent announcement dampens those hopes. Hardy’s brief appearance as Venom in Spider-Man: No Way Home sparked excitement about a possible encounter between his character and Peter Parker. However, with Hardy bidding farewell to the role, it seems less likely that this crossover will ever take place, leaving fans to wonder what could have been.
Still, Hardy’s portrayal of Venom has left a lasting impact on the superhero genre. The actor brought a fresh take to the character, which differs significantly from traditional Marvel heroes. Venom’s unique blend of humor, darkness, and internal struggle made him a standout in Sony’s lineup, despite the absence of Spider-Man in the series.
Future of the Venom Franchise After Hardy’s Departure
Although Venom: The Last Dance will be Hardy’s final appearance, it remains to be seen whether Sony will continue the Venom franchise with another actor or pursue new directions. Given the success of the first two films, both critically and at the box office, Sony may be tempted to keep the character alive in future projects, though no official announcements have been made.
For now, fans can look forward to seeing Hardy one last time as Venom in Venom: The Last Dance. The film promises an action-packed, emotional finale, and Hardy’s farewell ensures that this final chapter will hold a special place in Marvel movie history.
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