Venom 3 Director Expresses Confidence in Franchise Growth with Major Villain

Major Insights

Venom: The Last Dance wraps up Sony’s Venom trilogy, introducing Knull as a new adversary.
Director Kelly Marcel emphasizes that Knull isn’t merely a temporary villain.
There are hints that Knull could transition to the MCU following Venom 3.

Venom: The Last Dance may signal the conclusion of Sony’s prominent Marvel series when it debuts in just over a month, yet the director provides fans with the comforting news that Eddie Brock’s journey is far from over.

This film serves as the finale to Sony’s Venom trilogy, building on the original film from 2018 and its 2021 sequel, Let There Be Carnage. It promises another thrilling chapter featuring Tom Hardy’s Eddie Brock and his symbiotic ally as they confront a formidable new menace that surpasses all previous encounters. The excitement peaked as promotional materials for Venom 3 began circulating, revealing tantalizing glimpses of the ominous Knull—creator and sovereign of the symbiotes from Marvel Comics. The trailer’s significant allusion to Knull sparked a fervent discussion online about both the film and the character.

While fans are now aware that Tom Hardy has announced Venom: The Last Dance as his final portrayal of the character, director Kelly Marcel has reassured audiences that a standout character from the upcoming film will not simply fade away post-trilogy. In a conversation via email with IGN, Marcel elaborated on the journey of Knull into the franchise and hinted at the future developments that lie ahead, despite the apparent conclusion of the Venom saga. “We were always conscious of Knull’s significance, but we realized we had to build the groundwork for the Venom character and his bond with Eddie before unveiling him. This marks only the inception of Knull,” she stated in their discussion, further detailing her rationale. “This film offers an introduction to Knull, but it merely scratches the surface of his narrative. The most memorable film villains in the Marvel lineup are cultivated progressively. Here, Knull acts as the lurking menace that pushes Eddie and Venom’s partnership to its extreme limits—yet their dynamic remains the core focus of this tale.”

Marcel made it evident that Knull is valued highly within the production team, with substantial plans in place for his character’s expansion. “We’re stepping into spoiler territory, and we aim to keep some surprises for viewers. However, rest assured, we are keenly aware of Knull’s importance to the audience, so just as we established a foundation for Venom, we aim to do the same for Knull,” she declared. “The King in Black is far too substantial for a ‘one-off’ scenario.” There had been speculation suggesting that Sony plans to reserve this major Venom antagonist for a possible crossover event in the MCU, and Marcel seems to corroborate such predictions with her recent comments. Given Sony’s ongoing association with the MCU through their collaboration on Tom Holland’s Spider-Man franchise now that the Home trilogy has wrapped up, the signs strongly indicate Knull may soon bring chaos to Peter Parker’s life.

A crossover into the MCU would be a tremendous opportunity for Knull, practically confirming that he won’t merely appear and vanish. As Marcel looks with optimism beyond Venom: The Last Dance’s October release, there remains a key issue to address prior to launch. But with the enticing prospect of Knull’s continued presence and a potential crossover into the MCU looming, it appears increasingly unlikely that the longed-for R rating, which many viewers desire for this climax, will materialize. Although many uncertainties remain regarding the film’s final outcome and Knull’s ongoing cinematic journey, fans can certainly look forward to exciting developments for both in the months ahead.

Venom: The Last Dance is currently scheduled for release in theaters on October 25, 2024.

Source: IGN

Source